Accident Young Canadian Girl Drowns at Kata Beach

[Georgealbert]

 

Pictures courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A family holiday in Thailand ended in tragedy on the early evening of 7 August, when a 10-year-old Canadian girl drowned at Kata Beach in Phuket.

 

The young girl, identified as Joanna, was on holiday with her family of six, who had travelled from Malaysia and arrived in Phuket just a day earlier. On the afternoon, the entire family went swimming in the sea when they were suddenly caught in strong waves.

 

Despite the efforts of lifeguards who managed to rescue five members of the family, Joanna was swept out to sea and could not be saved. A search operation was immediately launched, involving lifeguards and rescue teams.

 

After more than three hours of desperate searching, Joanna’s lifeless body was recovered from the water. The scene was described as heartbreaking, with family members visibly distraught as officials brought her ashore.

 

Karon Police confirmed the details of the incident and extended their condolences to the grieving family. Authorities have since urged all beachgoers to take extreme caution, particularly during the rainy season when sea conditions can change rapidly and become dangerous.

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-08-08