A 37-year-old pianist from the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Ovation of the Seas fell overboard and survived more than nine hours in the Pacific Ocean. He was rescued by fishermen Sean Norton and Grant Garrett nearly 20 miles offshore on Friday. The man was taken to a hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. Norton noted that warm ocean temperatures likely contributed to the pianist's survival. Royal Caribbean is providing support to the crew member but has not released further details.
Key facts
- The pianist fell overboard around 2:30 a.m. on Friday.
- He was rescued nearly 20 miles offshore around noon.
- The water temperature was reported at 76 degrees.
- Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas can hold over 4,000 passengers.
- The pianist is currently in stable condition at a hospital.
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