| Rescue personnel and equipment at the cave entrance | |
|---|---|
| Date | 23 June – 10 July 2018 (18 days) |
| Deaths | Saman Kunan, rescue diver and Thai Navy Seal Beirut Pakbara, rescue diver and Thai Navy Seal |
| Non-fatal injuries | Minor scrapes and cuts, mild rashes, lung inflammation |
How much did the Thai cave rescue cost?
At a cost of over $500,000, the money could have been allocated to other sources which could have without a doubt saved more lives. In particular, over 100 lives could have been saved in Africa with this funding.
Why did the Thai Navy SEAL die?
BANGKOK — A Thai Navy SEAL who was part of the dramatic rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave has died of a blood infection contracted during the risky operation, the Royal Thai Navy said.