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Speedboat capsizes in Vietnam, killing 15 Indian tourists
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- A tourist speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island in southern Vietnam, resulting in 15 deaths.
- Rescue efforts involved nearby boats, border guards, navy, coast guard, and other agencies, managing to save 21 people and recover all the deceased.
- The incident occurred amid rough seas and strong winds, complicating rescue operations; injured survivors were hospitalized.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed the victims were employees of a private mobile phone company attending an annual meeting, with Indian Embassy staff present at the scene.
- The cause of the capsizing is under investigation; the area is a popular tourist destination known for its beaches and clear waters.
