The crash boats with tourists in Thailand: 27 dead, dozens unaccounted for

A growing number of victims in Thailand, where yesterday, July 5 overturned 2 boats with tourists. According to the latest information, 27 people were killed (according to other sources — 21), 35 missing. Among those drowned at least 1 child. Divers explore sunken boats, removing the body.

The wreck happened near the popular resort of Phuket, the boat was filled with tourists, mainly Chinese. The authorities of China have confirmed the death of 9 of its citizens, citizens of other drowned is not yet known.

It is established that in the same boat was 105: 93 tourist, 11 crew members and the guide. During a heavy storm, when the waves reached 5 meters, the ship capsized. The second boat nearby was 42. She flipped over, but all passengers and crew members were rescued. 12 of them required hospitalization.

The Prime Minister of Thailand prayut Chan-OCHA expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims. «We will make every effort to find all, as well as support survivors,» added the Prime Minister.

Authorities of Phuket said that it would consider whether to prohibit the release of the boat during strong winds.

We will remind, the dancer who was injured during the explosion of the boat in the Bahamas, does not know that I lost my legs.

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