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Speedboat catches fire near Phuket’s Maiton Island, leaving two injured

Speedboat catches fire near Phuket’s Maiton Island, leaving two injured

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A boat captain and a passenger were injured and taken to the hospital after a speedboat caught fire near Maiton Island in Phuket province on Tuesday.

According to the Phuket Info Center, the incident occurred in the morning when a speedboat caught fire near Maiton Island, located off the east coast of Phuket. The boat had 36 crew members on board at the time.

The Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre and the Royal Thai Navy dispatched the HTMS Hua Hin to assist in the operation.

Additionally, a fire-fighting boat and another speedboat, provided by the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization, were also deployed to help.

The center reported that the two injured victims were transferred to a boat and brought to Chalong Bay, where an ambulance was waiting to transport them to Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization Hospital.

Maiton Island, also known as Koh Mai Thon, is a small, private island off Phuket’s east coast. It spans 2.5 kilometers at its widest point and is known for its golden sand beaches, palm trees, and crystal-clear waters, which are home to vibrant coral reefs.

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