Austin Appelbee, a 13-year-old boy, saved his mother and two younger siblings after they were swept out to sea off the Australian coast. He swam 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) to shore through rough waters, abandoning a sinking kayak and life jacket to reach help. The family had been on vacation when they were caught in dangerous conditions, drifting 14 kilometers before being rescued. All four family members were assessed but did not require hospitalization, with authorities praising Austin’s bravery and determination.
