Dramatic speedboat manoeuvres issue stern warning to operators and tourists (video)

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Dramatic documentation of three speedboats manoeuvring massive 5-metre waves in the Krabi Sea issued a stern warning to the boat operators and tourists to remain cautious. The posted video, which instantly caused a commotion on social media yesterday, showcased the life-threatening conditions faced by the vessels amidst the towering waves.

 

An individual on Facebook initially shared the gripping video of the three speedboats braving the giant waves in Krabi province, followed by a cautionary message.

 

 

Underscoring the need to constantly check the weather before setting sail, the operator urged the crew members to utilise every skill they possess to ensure their safety and that of the passengers. The post further warned about the deceptively sunny weather that could potentially conceal lurking dangers.

After the hair-raising clip went viral, with over 300 shares, the good and welfare of the tourists aboard were piquantly called into question. Many expressed profound worry, considering each speedboat challenged an intimidating four to 5-metre-long wave at sea, reported KhaoSod.

 

by Nattapong Westwood 

Picture courtesy of เหยี่ยวข่าว ภูเก็ต Newshawk Phuket Facebook.

 

Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/intense-video-of-speedboats-battling-5m-waves-in-krabi-sparks-vital-safety-reminder-for-operators-and-tourists

 

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[stoner]

it's gonna be a bright ....bright sunshiny day

[Lucky Bones]

Somchai asleep at the wheel again.????????

[NextG]

Did you see any life jackets? ????

[SoilSpoil]

Money first instead of safety first. The Andaman is very rough this time of the year..

[AhFarangJa]

8 minutes ago, NextG said:

Did you see any life jackets? ????

I was just going to post that in the video the people in front of the camera are not wearing life jackets. Dumber than a bucket of frogs, both the helmsman, and the passengers.

[ChrisY1]

"utilise every skill they possess"

But...but...these are Thai drivers, no-one else can operate a boat here.......so, no special skills required!

[NE1]

This is how some of them operate any vehicle they are in " control " of.

Roads and Water.

Safety is not an issue.

If you go fast it is more fun

[Peterphuket]

The Phuket speedboat drivers....I know them, I don't like them.

[hotchilli]

Business as usual, nothing wrong with a slight chop.

[Searat7]

The boats here are not well constructed, often overpowered and carrying too many passengers. The idiot in the second boat trying repeatedly to cross the wake of the first boat in close proximity is a very stupid move. With those conditions he should have been following the first boat at a safe distance

[khunpeer]

6 hours ago, NextG said:

Did you see any life jackets? ????

I noticed that as well!

furthermore these guys usually are experienced pilots who sometimes like to show off their 'skills' ! personally I like older pilots who don't need to impress anyone...

the boat that followed came to close but nothing really life threatening...

there must be nothing important going on if this gets a headline! ????

[PETERTHEEATER]

2 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Business as usual, nothing wrong with a slight chop.

Five metre waves. Looks like five waves each of one metre.

[Peabody]

If these are 5m waves, you would not be able to see the next boat in a trough. Maybe-maybe 2m