On 1 November, a major maritime collision occurred approximately 15 kilometres off the coast of Vung Tau, in southern Vietnam involving a general cargo vessel and two fishing boats.
As stated, the incident took place while the fishing boats were stationary, repairing a broken throttle line. The impact from the cargo ship caused both vessels to sink, forcing all 11 crew members to jump into the sea. They clung to life buoys as they drifted in the water. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported.
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Additionally, nearby fishing boats responded swiftly, rescuing all crew members and transferring them to the Vietnam Border Guard. The fishermen were safely brought ashore later that night, however one crew member has reportedly sustained facial injuries and chest pain and received immediate medical attention.
According to the Ho Chi Minh City Border Guard Command, the foreign cargo ship has been ordered to anchor for investigation following the collision.