Six travelers have died from suspected methanol poisoning in Vang Vieng, Laos. Most of these incidents occur in Asia, according to Doctors Without Borders.

At least six tourists who traveled to Laos have died in recent days, prompting international alarm about the dangers of consuming alcoholic drinks that contain methanol.

A New Zealand citizen returns home after being poisoned by methanol in Laos. The incident claimed six lives, including tourists from Denmark, Australia, Britain, and the U.S. Authorities pledge to prosecute those responsible.