Father and Sons Rescued After 16-Hour Ordeal Adrift in Thailand

POLICY WIRE — Bangkok, Thailand — A father and his two young sons were rescued after spending 16 harrowing hours adrift at sea following a jet ski capsizing near the island of Koh Samui, Thailand.

The incident occurred when the family’s jet ski overturned, leaving them stranded in open waters. Local maritime authorities launched a search and rescue operation after receiving a distress call.

The rescue team located the family approximately 10 kilometers off the coast. All three were reported to be in stable condition upon rescue, though they exhibited signs of exhaustion and dehydration.

“We are extremely grateful to the rescue team for their swift action,” said the father, whose identity has not been disclosed. “It was a terrifying experience, but we are fortunate to be safe.”

This rescue highlights the dangers of recreational water activities and the importance of safety measures. Authorities are investigating the circumstances leading to the capsizing.

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Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)