Speedboat Capsizes Off Phu Quoc Island, 15 Dead
A speedboat capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on July 11, killing 15 of the 36 people aboard, mostly Indian tourists, in heavy seas just 400 meters from shore.
A speedboat carrying tourists capsized off Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam after traveling just 400 meters from shore in heavy seas, leaving 15 people dead.
Vietnamese media reported that on July 11, the speedboat flipped over near Phu Quoc Island while traveling back from May Rut Ngoai Island to An Thoi Port. The incident occurred only 400 meters from shore, causing passengers and crew to fall into the sea.
Initial reports indicate that the boat carried primarily 32 Indian tourists and 4 crew members. Rescue teams mobilized immediately in heavy seas, using jet skis and life rings to assist those in distress. Nearby tour boats also joined the rescue operation.
Rescue officials successfully brought all survivors ashore, with 21 people rescued and 15 confirmed dead. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation.
