Four French tourists rescued after drifting off the coast of Thailand

Four French tourists were rescued on Manwichai Island in Thailand after their rented boat drifted away unmanned. The incident occurred after the men went diving and their vessel broke free from its mooring. The tourists rented the boat on Wednesday, May 1, and went diving. While the group was underwater, their vessel broke free from its mooring and drifted away. The incident became known on Thursday, May 2, when the boat was found floating unmanned near the tourist island of Ko Sichang. A local resident who noticed the drifting boat raised the alarm by posting a message on social media. The message read: "Friends, please help spread the word. This boat left Na Jomtien beach this morning around 7-8 AM and has not returned to shore yet. The four people who left on it are not responding. Whoever finds them, please contact me." Following this message, tourist police and rescue services began a search. The tourists were found on Manwichai Island, approximately 27 kilometers from the shore. They were able to signal for help when they saw a rescue vessel that same morning. For readers: Always inform loved ones or hotel administration about your plans for sea excursions and diving, and ensure that communication devices and rescue equipment are available on your rented vessel.