British Tourist Missing After Dive Boat Fire Near Koh Tao, Thailand

Alexandra Clarke, 26, was reportedly in the restroom when the blaze broke out, leaving one person unaccounted for as rescue efforts continue.

The fire erupted in the engine room of the Davy Jones Locker dive boat around 9:15 am local time, quickly engulfing the vessel.
Alexandra Clarke, a 26-year-old British backpacker from London, was last seen in the restroom near the rear of the boat and remains missing.
Rescue teams evacuated 21 others, including 15 tourists, two crew members, and four diving instructors, using nearby private boats and volunteers.
Thai authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which damaged the engine room, captain's cabin, and restroom, with fears of further explosions complicating early rescue efforts.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing in challenging sea conditions with strong winds and currents, as all vessels in the area have been alerted.