6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol. What is it and why was it in drinks?

Friday, November 22, 2024 1:21PM

6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol

The U.S. State Department issued a warning to travelers to be "alert to the potential risk of methanol poisoning." But what is methanol, and how do you avoid it?

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6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol. What is it and why was it in drinks?

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