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Tragedy Strikes Vang Vieng: Six Tourists Die from Methanol Poisoning

Recent methanol poisoning in Vang Vieng, Laos results in six tourist deaths, prompting calls for safety reforms and government investigations.

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Updated: Nov 25th, 2024, 1:42 AM ET

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Six foreign tourists died from suspected methanol poisoning in Vang Vieng, Laos, sparking urgent calls for investigation. Victims consumed tainted alcohol, leading to widespread warnings from Western nations. The Laotian government has begun investigations, but details remain scarce. Families have initiated awareness campaigns on methanol risks, highlighting weaknesses in safety regulations in Laos. The tragedy poses potential harm to the country's tourism industry, reliant on backpacker traffic, prompting local stakeholders to advocate for better safety measures.

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