Mother Warns Travelers After Daughter's Tragic Methanol Poisoning in Laos

The mother of Simone White, a British lawyer who died from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, has spoken out to raise awareness about the dangers of contaminated alcohol. Simone was one of six foreigners who died after consuming vodka shots at Nana Backpackers Hostel in Vang Vieng. Her mother, Sue White, recounted the distressing experience of flying to Laos to be by her daughter's side, only to make the heartbreaking decision to turn off her ventilator. Authorities have since banned the sale of Tiger vodka and whisky, and families of other victims are campaigning to prevent future tragedies.