February 2020 brought surprises. First, the COVID-19 pandemic hit as Anon oversaw preparations for “Outer Island” on Rector Island. His bosses told him to stay put. He enjoyed the amenities until a tropical cyclone hit. While indoors, he heard a woman’s voice calling for help. He found three women on the beach. One explained they’d escaped a dangerous situation by jumping from a boat during the storm and swimming to the island. They asked for help.