Speedboat Sinks Near Vietnam Island Killing 15
A speedboat capsized near Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam. Fifteen people were killed.
The boat was carrying 36 people. Among them were 32 tourists from India.
At least 15 of the Indian tourists died. The boat overturned in rough seas. Twenty-one people were saved after it capsized.
Klear Note — Phu Quoc is a popular island in southern Vietnam. Speedboat tours carry many tourists there each year.
Key Terms 2
- Phu Quoc An island in southern Vietnam popular with tourists.
- capsized Turned over in the water.