The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) reported, 'We are providing consular assistance to British nationals and their families and are in contact with the local authorities following an incident in Laos.' This highlights the UK government's active response in supporting affected families amid a tragic situation.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed that 19-year-old Bianca Jones died after being evacuated from Vang Vieng to a Thai hospital, emphasizing the severe impact of the methanol poisoning: 'She was confirmed to have brain swelling due to high levels of methanol found in her system.'
The seriousness of the incident was underlined by reports stating, 'Other British tourists are among those being treated in hospital after allegedly being served alcoholic drinks containing deadly methanol,' showcasing the dangers present in popular backpacking hotspots like Vang Vieng.
Officials have indicated that 'as many as six [British nationals] requiring treatment' were impacted by this poisoning, illustrating the alarming extent of the outbreak that has already claimed multiple lives from various nationalities.
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