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Three men in their 40s, stranded on Pikelot Atoll for over a week, were rescued after creating a "Help" sign with palm leaves on the beach, which was spotted by a US Coast Guard and Navy aircraft. The mariners were found after a distress call from a relative prompted a search and rescue operation, and were saved by a US Coast Guard ship on April 9.
Three sailors in their 40s were rescued from Pikelot Atoll in the Pacific after being stranded for over a week, having spelled out "HELP" with palm leaves on the beach. The men, on a fishing trip, were reported missing when their boat became non-functional, prompting a search and rescue mission involving the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy. After being located and provided with supplies, they were rescued and returned home, showcasing the strong cooperation between the United States and the Federated States of Micronesia.