Russian Tourists Swept Away by Waves at Koh Samui Viewpoint

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Two Russian tourists are missing after being swept into the sea by powerful waves at a scenic viewpoint on Koh Samui, despite warning signs advising against entering the area.  

 

The incident occurred this afternoon (29 November 2024) when a Russian woman drove a red car to the Laad Viewpoint in Bo Phut, Koh Samui. She and a male companion ventured down to the rocks below the viewpoint with a pink inflatable mat.  

 

At the time, the sea was extremely rough, with waves reaching heights of 3 to 4 metres. While the pair were on the rocks, a strong wave struck, pulling both into the sea.

Rescue teams, including marine police and volunteers equipped with jet skis, were quickly dispatched but have yet to locate the missing tourists.  

 

The viewpoint has prominent warning signs highlighting the danger of venturing below the viewing area, but some visitors continue to ignore them, leading to incidents like this.  

 

Authorities are continuing their search efforts, but hopes of finding the two alive are diminishing as time passes, reported MGR online.  

 

Picture courtesy: MGR online

 

-- 2024-11-30