С tragic history, a female tourist from China lost her life while snorkeling in Thailand on February 6. The incident took place near Egg Island, a destination popular among tourists from Phuket, where various water activities, including jet skiing, are offered.
According to local media Dimsum Daily, Mrs. Zhong была частью туристической группы, которая наслаждалась днем водных активностей. While she was swimming with a mask and snorkel, two French tourists noticed she had stopped moving shortly after entering the water. They immediately alerted rescuers, who attempted CPR before transporting her to a hospital in Phuket.
Witnesses reported hearing a dull sound, indicating a potential collision with a jet ski. However, a local Thai individual present at the scene claimed the noise occurred when he jumped into the water to assist Mrs. Zhong. Following the incident, she was transferred to a public hospital where doctors confirmed that her brain had ceased functioning after a CT scan.
Mrs. Zhong's family quickly traveled to Thailand to gather more information from witnesses and understand the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking event. This situation is particularly troubling considering previous incidents, such as the disappearance of a Russian tourist in December 2024, whose body was later discovered entangled among rocks after a jet ski accident.
These tragic events highlight the importance of safety measures during water activities to prevent further accidents and ensure the well-being of tourists.
