A rescue boat capsized in Thailand: The crew was rescued by chance.

A rescue boat capsized in Thailand: The crew was rescued by chance.

28.11.2025 23:25

The severe flooding disaster affecting southern Thailand is increasing danger for both civilians and rescue teams in the region. On Friday, a rescue boat operating in a swollen canal in Songkhla capsized and sank while supporting relief efforts. The crew, submerged in the waters, was rescued by those on a jet ski who happened to be nearby.

The flood disaster intensifying in southern Thailand is putting not only civilians but also rescue teams in a difficult situation. A rescue boat operating in the flooded canal of Songkhla city capsized due to the strong waves created by a boat passing by quickly.

THEY WERE SUBMERGED

Although the team on the submerged boat experienced great panic, they were rescued shortly by someone on a jet ski who happened to be there.

CURRENT IS VERY STRONG

Authorities stated that the current is much stronger than normal due to the ongoing flood in the area, and therefore additional precautions have been increased in the rescue operations.

The flood disaster continues to negatively affect transportation, residential areas, and rescue operations in the region.

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