Survivors of Thai liveaboard DiveRACE Class E fire speak out – part 1

On April 12, 2025, the Thai liveaboard DiveRACE Class E caught fire. All passengers and crew members survived, but the incident raised serious concerns about safety procedures. Many survivors noted the lack of a proper safety drill or working alarms on the boat. Passengers had to use their cell phones to signal for help, as the crew could not communicate due to power loss. Safety equipment was poorly managed, contributing to the chaos during this dangerous situation.