Against The Odds Tsunami in Thailand | The Missing | 4
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Nov 25, 2025 The chaos following the 2004 tsunami is vividly recounted, with police racing to rescue stranded tourists and overwhelmed hospitals battling a flood of victims. Personal stories emerge, like Wiman's heart-wrenching search for his family amid the wreckage and Watcheri's frantic plea for her missing daughter. Survivors navigate trauma and loss while international rescue efforts bring hope. The aftermath highlights the devastating loss of life and the challenges in implementing better warning systems for the future.
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Jet Ski Rescue To Emerald Cave
- Police Lieutenant Satyen Paunoi raced on a jet ski into dangerous seas to reach tourists stranded at the Emerald Cave.
- He navigated a narrow, dark tunnel and found survivors and two bodies on the beach.
Mother Searching For Missing Child
- Watcheri Tongte frantically searched for her three-year-old Sudarat after the wave separated them.
- She found her older daughter Rati Khan alive but faced the horror of missing family amid widespread destruction.
Hospitals Overwhelmed And Improvised Care
- Tekoa Pa Hospital admitted over 2,000 patients into a 177-bed facility, revealing how quickly local healthcare can be overwhelmed.
- Staff reused materials and improvised care while triaging mass casualties with limited equipment.
