Lieutenant Dan on social media, has gained national attention after surviving two major hurricanes on his sailboat. Despite repeated warnings from officials, Lieutenant Dan chose to ride out Hurricane Milton, causing widespread concern among his followers. Although authorities advised evacuation, he remained steadfast and updated his audience regularly throughout the storm.
'Lieutenant Dan' survives Hurricane Milton on his boat
Here's a closer look at what happened.
Joseph Malinowski, also known as “Lieutenant Dan” on social media, is a 54-year-old Florida man who rose to fame by weathering Hurricanes Helene and Milton on his 20-foot sailboat. His decision to stay on his boat, despite pleas from authorities and social media followers, raised concerns and captivated an online audience.
The nickname "Lieutenant Dan" is a reference to the character in Forrest Gump, who survived a hurricane on his fishing boat. Malinowski's story became widely known after TikTok creator Terrence Concannon documented his journey, making Malinowski an internet sensation.
