27 killed after tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam

22-Jul-2025

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At least 27 people died after a tourist boat capsized in stormy weather in Vietnam's Halong Bay on July 19, state media reported.

The boat, carrying 53 people, tipped over at around 2 pm local time (0700 GMT), as Storm Wipha approached the country across the South China Sea. Strong winds, heavy rainfall and lightning were reported in the area.

Rescue teams found 11 survivors and recovered 27 bodies, eight of them children, the state-run Vietnam News Agency said, citing local authorities.