Speedboat accident in southern Vietnam kills 15 Indian tourists
Summary
A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members overturned near Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam, killing 15 people. Rescue teams saved 21 individuals and took the injured to hospitals, but the cause of the accident is still unknown.Key Facts
- The accident happened about 400 meters from Hon May Rut Ngoai island, a popular tourist spot near Phu Quoc.
- The speedboat was returning to An Thoi International Port when it capsized.
- Fifteen Indian tourists died in the accident.
- Rescue efforts involved nearby boats, Vietnamese border guards, navy, and coastguard.
- Many victims were trapped inside the boat, making rescue difficult.
- India’s embassy in Hanoi is coordinating with Vietnamese authorities and victim families.
- Phu Quoc and Hon May Rut Island are popular beach destinations that attract millions of tourists each year.
- Vietnam experienced a similar deadly boat accident in July 2023, when 39 people died in Ha Long Bay.
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