5 tourists drowned while swimming in Phu Quoc

Chairman of the People's Committee of Phu Quoc Special Economic Zone (An Giang Province) Tran Minh Khoa said that in the special economic zone, 5 tourists drowned while swimming in the sea.

Mr. Khoa said that as of 7:30 p.m. on August 31, of the five drowned tourists, four were in good health and one was in intensive care. When the drowning incident occurred, the Special Zone People's Committee sent officials to the scene to visit and encourage the drowned tourists.

According to initial information, at around 5:30 p.m. on August 31, at the beach area of ​​Ward 7 - Duong Dong, a group of tourists were swimming in the sea. Due to large waves, 5 tourists drowned. Rescuers and some tourists promptly rescued the victims, brought them to shore and performed first aid for the victims.

During bad weather, the local authorities often send written reminders to local tourism businesses to ensure the safety of tourists when visiting the sea and islands on days with thunderstorms, strong winds, and big waves. In particular, tourists are advised not to swim in the sea during bad weather.

According to the advice of Phu Quoc people, from April to the end of October, the West Sea often has big waves and strong winds. Tourists should be careful when swimming at the beaches in this area.

During the 2-day September 2 holiday, Phu Quoc special zone welcomed more than 44,000 visitors, of which more than 9,500 were international visitors.

RICH

Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/5-du-khach-bi-duoi-nuoc-khi-tam-bien-o-phu-quoc-a427752.html