Rescuers at work on the capsized tourist boat in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, following a sudden storm.
It’s a heartbreaking day in Vietnam. A terrible accident happened on Saturday, in a beautiful place called Ha Long Bay, where a boat full of people on holiday was caught in a sudden, violent storm. More than 30 lives were lost, and it’s a very sad time for their families.
The boat, called the “Wonder Seas,” was carrying 53 people – tourists enjoying the stunning scenery. But then, on a Saturday afternoon, the sky turned dark very quickly. An eyewitness described a terrifying scene: huge hailstones, pouring rain, thunder, and lightning. The storm was so strong, it flipped the boat over.
Rescue workers rushed to help, bravely searching the rough waters. They managed to pull 11 people out alive, which is a small comfort amidst such sorrow. But the heavy rain made their difficult job even harder. Heartbreakingly, among those who died were many children.
One incredibly brave 14-year-old boy survived a terrifying ordeal. He was trapped inside the upside-down boat, but he took a deep breath, swam, and shouted for help until rescuers found him. He was traveling with his parents, and we can only imagine the fear they all faced.
The Prime Minister of Vietnam has shared his deep sadness with the families who lost loved ones. Authorities are now trying to understand exactly why this happened, hoping to prevent such a terrible event from ever happening again in this popular World Heritage site. It’s a reminder of how quickly nature can change, and how fragile life can be.
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