'My whole body was burning': Dozens injured as New Year's Eve fireworks rain down on thousands of revellers in Thailand
Dozens were left with burns after New Year's Eve fireworks rained on terrified spectators forcing them to flee.
Revellers welcoming 2017 on the island of Koh Phangnan in Thailand attempted to escape the red hot embers, causing a stampede, as the fireworks sprinkled down on the thousands of party-goers.
Over 20,000 people were crammed onto the beach where the fireworks took place.
Embers drizzle on spectators at the New Year's eve party on the island of Koh Phangnan in Thailand
The island which is known for its Full Moon parties is often frequented by British tourists.
Backpacker Ania Ewelina said it was the 'scariest day of my life' which left her with 'scars physically and emotionally'.
Madison Reidy, a New Zealander who attended the party, told 1NewsNow: 'My whole body was burning; I could feel sparks stinging my face, legs and arms.'
The 21-year-old also said she saw a female tourist break her ankle after being trampled on.
On lookers screamed as the fireworks lashed in all directions. Dozens were left with burns
While reveller Brittany Jerry, who was also at the beach party, said on Facebook: 'It was so scary'.
She continued: 'We got a little too close to the sign and we would just feel the sparks burning us.
'The worst part really was trying to get out and everyone pushing.'
Christian Favours said: 'I'm sitting here with holes in my clothes and my friends have burns on their bodies.
A full moon party on the beach. The island is popular with western tourists for much of the year
'We were trapped underneath people. Literally one of the most traumatic experiences of my life'.
A yet to be named 26-year-old Canadian tourist was the sole casualty of the event and is said to have drowned in the sea.
He was lofted unconscious of the waters with another injured woman but he later died.
Attendee Gracie Fay said she tried to perform CPR on him along with three others.
'I can't even begin to explain. My life will never be the same', she said.
'To the soul that we lost last night my prayers go out to you and your family', Ms Ewelina said.