Local authorities say several people are missing after a tour boat overturned due to strong winds in Zixing City in central Hunan Province on the Chinese mainland. The incident unfolded on Saturday when a sudden gust capsized the vessel carrying tourists enjoying a scenic lake tour.
Rescue teams were quickly dispatched to search for those still unaccounted for. Witnesses describe the scene as chaotic, with passengers battling choppy waters and debris from the broken boat.
This accident underlines how rapidly weather conditions can shift, turning a routine leisure activity into a critical emergency. Authorities have urged travelers to heed local weather alerts and confirm the safety credentials of tour operators before setting out.
As the search continues, local officials remain committed to finding all missing individuals and reviewing safety protocols for future boat tours in the region.
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Several missing after tour boat capsizes in central China's Hunan
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