Survivors in the whaler set off east past Cape Maleas, towing two Carley floats and their occupants. In the evening the wind increased, causing the floats to strike the boat, so Waldron reluctantly cast them adrift.
Survivors aboard the whaler journeyed east toward Cape Maleas, carrying two Carley floats and their occupants. By evening, the wind increased, leading to the floats striking the boat. As a result, Waldron had no choice but to let go of the floats.