In a heartbreaking turn of events, a popular tourist boat named Wonder Seas capsized in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, during a sudden storm. The vessel was carrying 53 people, mainly Vietnamese families from Hanoi. Eyewitnesses described severe weather with massive hailstones and torrential rain just before the boat overturned. Local police have confirmed that at least 35 people have died, and several more are still missing, while 10 individuals were rescued from the water.
Among the survivors was a young boy who survived by finding an air pocket in the upturned boat and eventually swam to safety. Reports indicate that at least eight of the deceased were children, intensifying the grief for affected families. One mother, devastated by the loss of her son, expressed her sorrow, wishing she could swap places with him.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has expressed condolences and called for a thorough investigation into the incident. Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning scenery, attracted four million tourists in 2019. However, this tragic event has prompted authorities to ensure strict measures against any violations that may have contributed to this calamity. The search for survivors continues as heavy rainfall complicates efforts.
Among the survivors was a young boy who survived by finding an air pocket in the upturned boat and eventually swam to safety. Reports indicate that at least eight of the deceased were children, intensifying the grief for affected families. One mother, devastated by the loss of her son, expressed her sorrow, wishing she could swap places with him.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has expressed condolences and called for a thorough investigation into the incident. Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning scenery, attracted four million tourists in 2019. However, this tragic event has prompted authorities to ensure strict measures against any violations that may have contributed to this calamity. The search for survivors continues as heavy rainfall complicates efforts.
