A tragic incident unfolded near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam as a boat carrying Indian tourists capsized, resulting in the loss of 15 lives. Local reports indicate that 21 individuals have been rescued and are receiving medical attention at various facilities. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear as authorities continue search and rescue efforts.
The Indian Embassy in Vietnam has confirmed the capsizing of the boat and is closely monitoring the situation. Control rooms have been established in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to provide support and information to the families of those affected. The vessel, which was carrying 32 Indian tourists, a flight attendant, and four crew members, encountered trouble near Hon May Rut Ngoai island.
According to VnExpress, the tragedy occurred when a speedboat operated by Ocean Pear Island Company malfunctioned and overturned around 1 PM local time. Despite the swift response of nearby tourist boats, 15 individuals, including two women and 13 men, lost their lives in the incident. The survivors, numbering 21, were promptly transported to medical facilities for urgent treatment.
The An Thoi Port Border Guard Station mobilized two vessels with 35 officers and soldiers to aid in the search and rescue mission, collaborating with the navy and coast guard. May Rut Ngoai Island, known for its coral reef diving attractions, is typically accessed by boat or speedboat, with the journey lasting approximately 20-40 minutes.
