World He was lost at sea for 24 days. Ketchup, seasoning and rainwater helped him survive. January 20, 2023January 20, 2023Saleen Martin, USA TODAYComments Off on He was lost at sea for 24 days. Ketchup, seasoning and rainwater helped him survive. In addition to surviving on ketchup and seasoning while lost at sea, 47-year-old Elvis Francois collected rainwater with a cloth.