Football team trapped in Thai cave complex

[adza]

I just saw a report that said Dr Harris recommended taking out the weakest first. Since he is one of the rescue divers, I suspect he brought out the weakest ones first.

Thanks for confirming.

I think it would be something that could only be evaluated on an individual basis. While the idea of benefits between strongest or weakest first can be discussed in a generalized manner - only those on site know the individual conditions of the kids.

ie: If there's one child who's weak but is showing signs of getting stronger then it might be better for that person to wait until last (give them time to get stronger). The next child could be constantly getting weaker with no signs of improvement - which in their case the best chance for them might be to take the risk and get them out as soon as possible. Each child would need to be evaluated on their unique circumstances.

As such I'm relieved to hear that Dr Harry is on the scene and can make the call for each child that he's seen - as opposed to doctors that are sitting in armchairs outside the cave with no first hand knowledge of the kids conditions, let alone what they're in for with the trip out. Nothing against other non cave diving doctors on site (Nor anything against discussing such techniques - as I'm sure there's going to be a lot learned and discussed afterwards for the future that will come out of this situation), but having people with experience in both areas is priceless and invaluable.

Thanks everyone here that's been posting updates of the situation. This has been my go-to place (over the media) to find what's going on.

[bamafan]

Well I think UTD Asia wins for the absolute worst post during this event.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?sto...55631954526851

[rddvet]

Well I think UTD Asia wins for the absolute worst post during this event.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?sto...55631954526851

The rescuers should have added a z-block manifold just to spice it up. Who doesnt want one more failure point.


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[bigdave]

I'm really hoping that I wake up in the morning and the remaining 4 boys and coach have been evacuated and are safe!

David

[diverdarren]

This rescue has definitely made this forum more active, both in terms of users and guests. Good to see so many back on here. May God's grace shine on Thailand again tomorrow.

[kleenhouts]

Folks what is the risk of that 15 inch pinch point collapsing? This is so scary, I can?t imagine what everyone involved is going through.


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[FW]

Folks what is the risk of that 15 inch pinch point collapsing? This is so scary, I can?t imagine what everyone involved is going through.


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It seems to be a pretty stable cave, so I think the risk is low.

[FW]

Well I think UTD Asia wins for the absolute worst post during this event.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?sto...55631954526851

I am not on farcebook, can someone post part of what is said there? Or post a direct link to UTD Asia?

[FW]

Ten out now, and the plan it to get all the boys, coach, and remaining medical team out today. I assume the medical will dive out on their own, since that is the way they went in.

[FW]

Up to 11 now. https://www.cbsnews.com/live-news/th...-live-updates/