At least 27 people have reportedly died after a tourist boat capsized in Vietnam’s Halong Bay due to Storm Wipha, with over 20 people still reported to be missing. (Photo: X/@France24_en)
At least 27 people have died after a tourist boat capsized in Vietnam’s Halong Bay on Saturday, as the region was battered by Storm Wipha, according to a report published by Reuters.
According to the report, the boat, carrying 53 people – 48 tourists and 5 crew members – flipped around 2 p.m. local time, with high winds and heavy rainfall witnessed in the region.
Rescue teams have recovered 27 bodies, including eight children, and found 11 survivors, Reuters reported, citing the Vietnam News Agency.
Several others are reported to be missing as search operations continue. The boat had been sailing near the Dau Go Cave, one of Halong Bay’s key landmarks, as reported by CNN.
Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for its stunning limestone islands and islets. It’s a popular destination for tourists, with many explorers visiting from the capital city of Hanoi.
Reports suggest the stormy weather linked to Storm Wipha, which is expected to make landfall along Vietnam’s northern coast next week, likely contributed to the tragedy on the sea.
With Storm Wipha approaching, local authorities are reportedly bracing for further disruption.
According to the Reuters report, the storm has already affected air travel, with nine flights diverted and three others grounded at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport on Saturday due to the severe weather.
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