Dec 25, 2023
Tourist Speedboat Capsizes near Bubu Island
Tourist speedboat Bandaya 19 capsized near Bubu Island, but all 73 passengers and 4 crew members were successfully rescued by the Navy’s 491st Special Warfare Squadron. The incident was attributed to strong waves, causing injuries to 16 passengers. After receiving medical care, they were transported to Phuket and Lanta Island.