The Teenager Who Survived 49 Days Stuck At Sea

This incredible survival story follows 18-year-old Indonesian fisherman Aldi Novel Adilang, who endured an astonishing 49 days adrift at sea after the floating wooden fish trap he worked on broke free from its moorings and drifted into the open ocean. With no way to call for help, he survived by catching fish, cooking them over a small fire, and collecting seawater that he filtered through his clothing to reduce its salt content. His remarkable determination came to an end when a passing cargo ship spotted him and brought him safely to shore, turning what seemed like an impossible ordeal into an unforgettable tale of resilience.

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The Indonesian teenager who survived 49 days adrift at sea after his wooden fish trap slipped its moorings.

18-year-old Aldi Novel Adilang survived on fish and seawater he squeezed from his clothing before being rescued by a passing cargo ship. pic.twitter.com/TdqqGNWTQ6

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