South Korean man rescued from drowning near Koh Racha, Phuket

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The Phuket Tourist Assistance Centre rescued a South Korean man from drowning off Koh Racha, an island in Phuket, on Monday, October 7.

 

The news was reported by the Phuket Hotnews, yesterday, October 8, detailing the successful rescue by Thai officials. The victim was identified as a 63 year old South Korean man, though his name was not disclosed.

The man reportedly visited Koh Racha and nearly drowned while swimming. Officers managed to save him but he was found to be exhausted. The rescue team administered oxygen before rushing him to Chalong Hospital for further treatment.

 

There is no update on the man’s condition, nor any details released regarding the circumstances that led to the near-drowning incident.

 

By Petch Petpailin

Photo via Facebook/ Phuket Hotnews

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-10-09

 

 

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