The boat was on a popular tour of the scenic Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its stunning limestone islands, when disaster struck. Reports indicate that among the deceased are several children, and the search efforts by naval commandos in Quang Ninh Province have continued even after dark to recover bodies and assist survivors. The tragedy marks one of the deadliest maritime accidents in the region in over two decades, prompting Vietnam's Prime Minister to mobilize civil defense resources for the ongoing rescue mission.
Tragic Capsizing in Ha Long Bay Claims 34 Lives
Tragic Capsizing in Ha Long Bay Claims 34 Lives
A tourist boat disaster in Vietnam's Ha Long Bay, sparked by a sudden storm, claims dozens of lives.
A sightseeing boat tragedy unfolded in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, on Saturday, resulting in the loss of at least 34 lives, as reported by local media. The incident occurred when the vessel, which was carrying 48 passengers along with five crew members, capsized following a sudden thunderstorm that brought strong winds and rough waters. Rescue operations have managed to save at least ten people, including a young boy who survived hours in the water.
