An unexpected thunderstorm turned a peaceful tour into a tragedy in Vietnam's iconic Ha Long Bay when the tourist boat "Wonder Sea" capsized. At least 37 people lost their lives as the vessel was hit by severe winds and heavy rain.
The boat, carrying 48 Vietnamese passengers and 5 crew members, was on a scenic sightseeing trip when the sudden storm struck. Among the passengers were nearly 20 children from Hanoi, adding a heartbreaking dimension to the incident.
Rescue teams worked tirelessly in adverse conditions, managing to save 11 individuals. In a remarkable rescue, a 14-year-old boy was pulled from the overturned hull after four harrowing hours. However, five people remain missing, and the situation continues to unfold.
Adding to the concerns, Storm Wipha is forecast to hit Vietnam's northern coast, including the area around Ha Long Bay, next week. Local authorities and rescue teams stay on high alert as the search for the missing continues.
This tragic event has left the community in mourning while officials work to piece together more details about the disaster. Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story.
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37 dead after tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam's Ha Long Bay
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