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Coast Guard Rescues Oklahoma Couple After 38 Hours Lost at Sea

Nathan and Kim Maker survived harsh storm conditions and were found signaling SOS 15 miles off Texas coast.

  • The couple went missing during a diving trip in the Gulf of Mexico due to severe weather.
  • Rescue efforts covered over 1,600 square miles and lasted 36 hours before the couple was found.
  • Nathan and Kim used dive flashlights to signal a passing plane, leading to their rescue.
  • Both divers suffered minor injuries, including jellyfish stings and dehydration, but are recovering well.
  • Family members and fellow divers describe the rescue as a miraculous survival story.
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