🔥 Tourist Boat Catches Fire Near Koh Kut, Injures Two Crew Members
A family’s coral diving trip ended in panic when their tourist boat burst into flames off the coast of Koh Kut, Trat province, around 11:40 AM on Friday, April 11. The incident involved six people — a family of four Thai tourists and two crew members.
🚤 Incident Summary:
- The Aor Subpiti boat, returning from a coral diving excursion, caught fire when its engine reportedly exploded.
- Both crew members — 18-year-old driver Supawat Rojanamol and 16-year-old helmsman Manawat Bialy — were injured while helping the family escape, with Manawat suffering burns to his arms and face.
- The family (father, mother, and two children), staying at Koh Kood Cabana Resort, were rescued safely and taken to Koh Kut Hospital.
- One crew member abandoned ship after attempting to fight the fire and was rescued by a passing fishing boat.
🔍 Investigation & Safety:
- Officials confirmed the fire was accidental, with the boat’s engine meeting safety standards.
- Local authorities are urging increased caution across Koh Kut, especially with 3,000–4,000 Songkran tourists currently on the island.
👤 Boat Ownership:
- The vessel is owned by Angkana Apibansri.
