A devastating incident struck Vietnam’s tourism industry on July 19, 2025, when the Wonder Sea tour boat capsized in Ha Long Bay during a sudden thunderstorm, claiming 34 lives with 8 passengers still missing. The tragedy raises urgent questions about maritime safety standards, weather monitoring protocols, and emergency response capabilities in one of Asia’s premier tourist destinations. The 24-meter vessel, carrying 48 passengers and 5 crew members, encountered severe weather between 1:30 and 2:00 p.m. local time. According to VnExpress International, the boat “was sailing through Ha Long Bay” at 12:55 p.m., then “around 1:30 p.m., it was suddenly struck … Continue reading Vietnam’s Tourist Vessel Tragedy: 34 Killed When Wonder Sea Capsized Despite January 2025 Safety Certificate