“Lost Souls or Lingering Secrets? Coast Guard Discovers Mysterious Life Signs on Abandoned Island!”
The Few Plants On The Island Likely Saved Them
On top of palm trees, Anguilla Cay has many other plants and trees. “At first glance, the island doesn’t seem to have much,” said Ltd. Dougherty. “But there is some shrubbery there and some trees, so they were able to stay out of the elements somewhat.”
In a survival situation, shade is imperative. Since the Bahamas are so close to the equator, the heat can quickly dehydrate and burn people. Had there not been so much vegetation, the three people would not have survived.
Then, The Survivors Called For Help
At some point, the survivors decided to reach out for help. They put out a few flags, which they either had or made themselves, said helicopter pilot Mike Allert. The three put it on the beach in hopes that someone flying overhead would see them.
As for the large cross, “they put out there for themselves,” according to Allert. The three survivors needed faith and hope to get through a month on Anguilla Cay. Fortunately, their tactics worked.
Their Chances Of Survival Were Shockingly Low
When people watch survival movies and TV shows, they might think that anyone can live on a deserted island. But it is much harder than it looks. In reality, the survival rate for those stranded on a deserted island is less than 10%.
