In Vietnam, off the coast of Phu Quoc Island, 15 people died

In Vietnam, off the coast of Phu Quoc Island, 15 people died after a tourist boat capsized.

Consensus

The incident occurred near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam.
A tourist boat overturned, leading to fatalities.
There were 32 Indian tourists on board the vessel.
Three crew members and one guide were also on board.
Fifteen people died, and 21 were rescued.
The cause is under investigation, with preliminary reports pointing to adverse weather conditions.
Rescue operations involved nearby tourist vessels, border forces, and military units.
All survivors were taken ashore and hospitalized.
Authorities confirmed the tour operator and vessel had proper permits.

The boat was traveling from Hon Mai Rut island to Ant Hoa port. — vedomosti
Rescue operations were complicated because many passengers were trapped inside the boat. — vedomosti
The incident occurred approximately 400 meters from shore. — vedomosti
A similar accident happened on Lake Baikal on May 19, involving an air-cushion boat where five people drowned. — vedomosti
Only a few survivors were rescued conscious. — vesti
A similar incident occurred in the South China Sea a year prior, due to adverse weather conditions. — vesti