NEW : The Thai military says one insurgents were killed , 16 fewer than previously stated . The heavily armed militants attacked under cover of darkness , military officials say . The military is now trying to track down wounded insurgents who fled from the clash , Pramote said after visiting the area . But the Muslim navy personnel in the base were ready after receiving a tip , the officials say . Thai separatists in southern Malaysia have been fighting government forces for years .
NEW : The Thai military says one insurgents were killed , 16 fewer than previously stated . The heavily armed militants attacked under cover of darkness , military officials say . But the Muslim navy personnel in the base were ready after receiving a tip , the officials say . Thai separatists in southern Malaysia have been fighting government forces for years .