Fisherman survives four days adrift at sea: 'If I had one more night, I would have died'

Truong Van Chung, a 46-year-old fisherman from An Giang province, recounted his miraculous survival after spending four days adrift at sea. He was rescued on the evening of August 16 by sailors from the naval vessel 743, belonging to the Navy Region 12 Command.

Chung explained that he fell overboard on the evening of August 12 while working on a fishing boat. He managed to cling to a life buoy, which helped him stay afloat for the crucial four days. He described his state as extremely weak, believing he would not have survived another night without the timely rescue.

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If I hadn't met the Navy sailors one more night, I would have died.

"If I hadn't met the Navy sailors one more night, I would have died," Chung shared, emphasizing the critical role the rescue played in his survival. He also mentioned that the thought of his two young children, who lack a mother's care, motivated him to fight for his life amidst the hunger and thirst at sea.

His niece, Truong Ngoc Trinh, confirmed the family's distress during the days he was missing, as they were unable to contact him. She expressed immense relief and joy upon hearing of his rescue. Naval officers provided Chung with care immediately after his rescue, though he was in a weakened state and initially unable to recall the name of the fishing boat he was on when he fell overboard.

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I am very happy and moved to be back. I am very grateful to the Navy sailors who saved and cared for me during this time.