Tourist Tragedy in Laos: Six Fatalities Linked to Methanol-Laced Drinks at Popular Backpacker Hostel
Vang Vieng, Laos – The sudden deaths of six tourists in Laos have alarmed global travelers and raised urgent concerns about the dangers of consuming counterfeit alcohol laced with methanol. The recent fatalities, linked to methanol-laced drinks, occurred in a popular backpacking locale, prompting international warnings and drawing attention to the risks of homemade spirits. Methanol, often found in industrial products such as paint thinner and antifreeze, is a deadly chemical that can sometimes contaminate …