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At 1:16 PM on July 20th, tourist speedboat QNa-1296, belonging to Dung Hieu Tourism Service Co., Ltd., based in Phuoc Hai neighborhood, Cua Dai ward, Hoi An city, was carrying tourists for swimming at Hon Tai area, Cu Lao Cham island when it took on water and sank.
At the time of the sinking, there were 23 people on board the speedboat, including Captain Le Tien Len (38 years old), First Officer Truong Minh Dung (49 years old), sailor Nguyen Long (34 years old), and 20 passengers.
Upon receiving the report, the Cu Lao Cham Border Guard Station mobilized 7 officers and soldiers to coordinate with 2 canoes from businesses to participate in the rescue. Thanks to the prompt action of the Cu Lao Cham Border Guard force, as well as the active participation of businesses, at approximately 1:55 PM on the same day, the crew members and passengers on the tourist canoe Qna - 1296 were brought ashore safely.
A tourist boat sank while carrying 23 people on a sea trip to Cu Lao Cham.
Authorities are currently coordinating efforts to salvage the tourist boat Qna-1296 and investigate the cause of the accident.
In late February 2022, a tourist speedboat belonging to Phuong Dong Tourism Co., Ltd., carrying 39 people from Cu Lao Cham to Cua Dai, suddenly sank about 2 km from the shore, resulting in 17 deaths and 22 survivors.
Authorities are currently conducting an urgent investigation into the cause of the shipwreck.
This incident once again highlights the importance of ensuring the safety of tourists participating in maritime tourism activities. Tourism companies need to raise their sense of responsibility and comply with safety regulations, while tourists should also be mindful of choosing reputable companies and following safety guidelines when participating in tourism activities.
Authorities need to strengthen inspection and supervision of tourism activities, especially those related to maritime tourism. Tourists should also choose reputable travel agencies and comply with safety regulations to ensure their own safety and that of their families.
