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Sea Survival

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What was Robert Hewitt doing off the coast of New Zealand?

Robert Hewitt was diving for sea urchins and crayfish.

How did Robert Hewitt try to signal for help?

He tried to signal to planes that flew overhead.

What did Robert Hewitt use to keep himself alive at sea?

He managed to drink rainwater that he collected and used his mask to keep himself alive.

How far had the underwater currents taken Robert Hewitt from the shore?

<p>The underwater currents had taken him more than half a kilometre out to sea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the turning point for Robert Hewitt when he was at sea?

<p>Robert woke up on the third day to a beautiful blue sky and decided to make the 200-metre swim back to shore alone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Robert Hewitt's Ordeal at Sea

Robert Hewitt was stranded off the coast of New Zealand, adrift at sea.

Signaling for Help

Hewitt tried to signal for help by using a mirror to reflect sunlight towards any potential rescuers.

Survival at Sea

To keep himself alive, Hewitt used the fish he caught and rainwater to sustain himself.

Adrift at Sea

The underwater currents had carried Hewitt approximately 50 miles out to sea, away from the shore.

Turning Point

The turning point for Hewitt came when he spotted a ship on the horizon, which eventually led to his rescue.

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Test your survival skills with this quiz on how long you could survive at sea. Answer questions about signaling for help, collecting water, and maintaining hope in dire situations. See if you have what it takes to endure a harrowing sea survival scenario.