26 minutes ago, laislica said:

IMHO, Unless someone is a very strong swimmer, they should not just jump in and try to help.
Too many people have died by such a foolish action.

 

 

Like I described, the water was very shallow and one could in fact stand. You don't have to be a strong swimmer to escape the rip tides that exist on Phukets beaches imho. You just need to know to swim to the side to escape and not towards the beach.

 

1 hour ago, LivinginKata said:

There are a couple of 'ambulances'  hang out at Kata Fire station on Khokanod road 

 

Phone 1669

 

Good to hear but 1669 was the number I called... :/

Multiple off topic and bickering posts have been removed, topic is not about dogs or beach chairs/umbrellas and selling of alcohol it is about:

No lifeguards on Phuket beaches for two days,

A further post discussing moderation has also been removed, if you are looking for a posting holiday keep up your off topic nonsense and discussion of moderation

On 10/21/2017 at 8:45 PM, connda said:

That's perfect for those of us who seldom surf or swim in patrolled areas.  
"Man!  Look at that surf!"
You can no go out.  Red flag.  We stop you.
"But - look!"
You no go.  We hold you down on ground.  Kick you head.

No more drama!  Excellent!

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