Thailand: Phuket tourist boat death toll rises to 27

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Emergency vehicles and boats waited on the waterfront in Phuket, Friday, as the death toll rose to 27 following the sinking of a tourist boat in the waters off the island.

A total of 29 people are still reported missing after the Phoenix diving boat capsized in a storm some 7 km (5 miles) offshore on Thursday. 93 tourists, 11 crew members and a tour guide were aboard the vessel.

Search and rescue operations are ongoing, and an investigation has been launched.

(Source: Ruptly)


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