Seven Tourists in Fiji Hospitalized Due to Suspected Alcohol Poisoning

Seven tourists, including four Australians, are hospitalized in Fiji following suspected alcohol poisoning after consuming cocktails at a resort bar, causing nausea, vomiting, and neurological symptoms.

The incident raised serious concerns as seven tourists in Fiji were rushed to the hospital with signs of suspected alcohol poisoning, now reported to be in critical condition. Local media reports confirmed that the group consumed cocktails at a bar on Saturday night, after which they experienced severe adverse symptoms including nausea and vomiting, combined with signs of neurological distress. The affected individuals, aged between 18 and 56, were initially taken to Sigatoka Hospital before being transferred to Lautoka Hospital for specialized care.

The Australian consulate is currently providing assistance to the two families involved, as confirmed by an Australian foreign ministry spokesperson. This troubling event follows a similar incident where six tourists died in Laos due to suspected methanol poisoning, casting a shadow over the safety of beverage consumption in tourist destinations. The resort where the tourists were staying is located on Fiji's Coral Coast, a popular area for international visitors. Local health authorities are expected to conduct an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this alarming case of suspected alcohol poisoning, as concerns mount for the safety and well-being of tourists in the region.