Phuket Thailand Chinese tourists drowning events

On the 12th , in the waters of Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand, four Chinese female tourists drowned while swimming in a sea where there was a danger warning, and one of them was seriously injured. CCTV reporters found a lifeguard, Willa Pan, who was involved in the rescue at Patong Beach. Willa climbed up to this reporter to talk about the entire rescue.

Willa Pan has participated in many drowning rescues every year. He has participated in rescue operations in many countries. Speaking on the 12th four Chinese female tourists swimming in the forbidden zone in distress through, Huila climb remember very clearly.

Lifeguard Willa Pan at Patong Beach, Phuket: On the day of the incident, four Chinese female tourists went swimming in the sea. The swimming area was an area with a red flag. The others swim in the area with a yellow-red flag. They did not swim. It was noticed that instead of going down the recirculation zone, the waves in the recirculation zone were taken to the deep sea area in a short time, and they tried to swim back to the shore. When there was no effort, he waved for help. A Russian tourist came into the water and rescued one of the drowning men. Lifeguards also rescued them by means of life-saving boards and motor boats. However, the drowning man was seriously injured. The drowned drowned person he recovered was seriously injured. Two were not injured and the other was seriously injured. The situation was critical and very pathetic. At first, I thought that I was not saved, but we tried to resuscitate her and finally got a breath. After we had a breath, we immediately contacted the hospital. The ambulance received the wounded from the hospital.

Willa Pan said that on the morning of the 12th , the four Chinese female tourists came early. At that time, the lifeguards had not yet gone to work, so there was no way to discourage or rescue them in time.

Willa Pan explained that Phuket has a red warning flag every 50 meters on dangerous beaches and uses Chinese, English, Thai and Russian languages ​​to remind tourists that this area is not suitable for swimming. But for many tourists, they do not know or ignore the role of the red warning flag.

Lifeguard Willa Pan at Patong Beach, Phuket: We are also working hard to remind visitors to swim in the red and yellow flag area under the sea. Because the staff will always look after, but other areas are difficult to say, because the rescue will be too late, there are many tourists in Patong Beach, very much, really too late.

According to statistics of the Ministry of Sports Tourism in Thailand, No. January this year to June 6, a total of 366 foreign tourists drowning occurred in Thailand, the death of 163 people, including Chinese tourists accounted for 73 people.

Why Phuket Water Security Accidents Frequently Occur

Thai official statistics, including the number 14 was confirmed killed in a Chinese tourists, including, this year, Chinese tourists in Thailand drowning death toll has reached 74 people. Why do wading incidents occur frequently? Please see the CCTV reporter’s report from Phuket, Thailand, a high-risk area in Surabaya.

CCTV reporter Chen Lincong: My current location is Patong Beach in Phuket, which is the scene of the morning drowning on the 12th . At the scene, we can see that the waves are not high, but we can still see such a red warning flag on the shore, indicating that this area is not suitable for swimming. Such a flag cannot see the above warning without wind, and it can be seen only when it is windy or when the flag is opened. There are four languages above to indicate that swimming in this area is forbidden. (The center warning flag is inserted in the picture. ) A red warning flag like this will be erected on a beach separated by 50 meters .

Tourists: Little red flag warning effect is not obvious

CCTV reporters interviewed a Chinese female tourist at the scene in Surabaya. She believes that it is inconspicuous to suggest that tourists are dangerous by inserting a small red flag on the beach.

Chinese female tourists: Many people are playing here, not to say that it is explicitly forbidden. ( No one ) says “come back” and “not to go.” It doesn’t matter.

CCTV reporter: In addition to this flag, is there any other warning?

Chinese female tourists: No, no.

CCTV Reporter: Does anyone have forcibly pulled them up or made some warnings in words?

Chinese female tourists: No, no. No one here, no one manages.

Similarly, the Jiangxi tourist also believes that if it is not to travel with the group, there is no special reminder of the tour guide, it is difficult for the general free-travel tourists to notice the role of the Xiaohongqi.

Lifeguards: Some Visitors Ignore Safety Warnings

Lifeguard Willa Pan from Patong Beach in Phuket believes that neglecting safety warnings by tourists is one of the main reasons for frequent drowning accidents. He said that in addition to the red flag warning in dangerous areas, lifeguards will patrol the beach and use whistles to alert visitors to safety, but not all tourists will follow the command. CCTV reporter No. 14 saw in Patong Beach, where the lifeguards set up a dangerous area where Western tourists still ignored safety warnings in the water.

Patong Beach lifeguard Willa Pan: Patong Beach has many tourists and the beach is three kilometers long. This is a difficult task. Some tourists do not speak English. Some tourists think they are good at swimming. So there is no way.

The lack of staff and hardware configuration on Phuket beaches

In addition to warning signs being inconspicuous and tourists neglecting safety warnings, the reporter also learned that Patong Beach is 3 kilometers long and lifeguards are not equipped enough to manage all tourists effectively. In addition, no safe swimming buoys are installed on all beaches in Phuket. Tourists face the natural seas directly when they swim, and they lack a safety protection barrier. These are the reasons for the frequent occurrence of local wading accidents.

China Tourism Embassy's Travel Tips

Travel to Thailand has been very popular in recent years. Attention to travel to Thailand, especially for water-related tourism projects, has been repeatedly issued by the Chinese Embassy in Thailand in recent years. Here is a little piece to understand.

Tip 1: Do not forget to buy insurance when you go abroad

The embassy reminded Thai tourists, especially free-travel tourists, to purchase a tens of yuan overseas travel insurance from a regular insurance company before leaving the country , covering emergency medical expenses and aftercare charges during the tour. Once the unexpected happens, the economic burden on the family can be reduced.

Tip 2: Do not try dangerous sea areas

Thailand's tourism security environment is gradually improving, but there are still many hidden dangers at this stage. The common problems are the lack of lifeguards, and there are no reminders for dangerous beaches and jellyfish recreation areas. The embassy reminds visitors that you should go to sea in a safe area and do not leave the crowd. Do not allow water to be drowning. Do not plunge into stormy or undercurrent streams. Do not plunge into dangerous areas, such as beaches where red flags and other warning signs are inserted, and do not drink after drinking.

Tip 3: Elderly tourists cautiously into the water

In Thailand, the weather is hot and there is a large temperature difference between indoor and outdoor. Visitors will inevitably feel uncomfortable, especially the elderly. If the physical condition does not permit but insisted on the water, it is prone to problems. The embassy reminds visitors who are elderly or suffering from high blood pressure and heart disease not to blindly launch water, and do not try irritating play programs. In the event of an accident, you should seek help from a lifeguard immediately and give an alarm to the doctor.

Tip 4: The risk of boating can not be avoided

Visitors must select formal tourism and shipping companies. Before registration, they should know if there is travel accident insurance and claims. If the weather is bad and the wind is high, they should cancel the trip. Obey the command of the staff, strictly abide by safety requirements, and wear a life jacket. Prevent jolting injuries.

Tip 5: There are many cool accidents on motor boats

The embassy reminded that the difference between driving motorboats and driving, coupled with rapid changes in the sea conditions, caused casualties and yachts to cause high-income economic disputes. It is important to understand the lease contract, especially the contents of the insurance claims clause.

The information in this article comes from the Internet and was reorganized and edited by China Rescue Equipment Network.