Phuket, Thailand – On Wednesday, July 31st, tragedy struck as two tourists lost their lives in separate drowning incidents at different beaches in Phuket.
Chinese Tourist Incident:
– At Patong Beach, lifeguards responded to an emergency call at 3:36 P.M. The victim, identified as Mr. Che Ka Fai Andy (52), a Chinese national, had been swimming with his son around 11:00 A.M. Approximately 50 meters from the shore, strong waves overwhelmed Mr. Andy. Despite his son’s efforts, lifeguards were needed to rescue both of them. Mr. Andy received CPR but was tragically pronounced dead upon arrival at Patong Hospital.
Kazakhstani Tourist Incident:
– Meanwhile, at Karon Beach, a 58-year-old male Kazakhstani tourist was pulled from the water at 2:20 P.M. A lifeguard promptly notified Karon Police, and the victim was rushed to Chalong Hospital, where he was tragically pronounced dead.
Authorities are investigating both incidents, emphasizing the importance of beach safety and adherence to designated swimming areas.
These are, unfortunately, not the first drowning incidents involving tourists in Phuket recently.
https://thephuketexpress.com/2024/07/28/chinese-man-missing-after-going-swimming-at-karon-beach/
https://thephuketexpress.com/2024/07/25/indian-man-drowns-at-beach-in-cherng-talay/
https://thephuketexpress.com/2024/06/26/body-of-missing-belgian-man-found-on-phuket-beach/
https://thephuketexpress.com/2024/06/17/russian-man-drowns-at-phuket-beach-3/
