Two Vietnamese tourists die at sea amid strong winds in Greece, says embassy
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Both tourists were found unconscious at sea and were pronounced dead at a health centre.
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HANOI – Two Vietnamese citizens fell into the sea on Aug 8 at Sarakiniko Beach, Milos Island, Greece, the Embassy of Vietnam said in a press statement in Greece late on Aug 9.
According to local media, the two Vietnamese were on a cruise when the woman was blown off to the waters below due to strong winds. The man then jumped into the sea to try to save her, but the waves carried him far away from the vessel.
Both were found unconscious at sea and pronounced dead at the health centre of the island.
The Embassy of Vietnam in Greece promptly contacted and coordinated with local and domestic authorities, as well as the travel company involved, to investigate the incident.
The embassy also carried out citizen protection measures and reached out to the victims’ families in Vietnam to offer condolences and support.
Following instructions from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the embassy of Vietnam in Greece has been closely cooperating with local and domestic authorities to assist the victims’ families with related procedures and funeral arrangements.
The embassy advised Vietnamese citizens travelling in Greece to avoid standing close to cliff edges and boat sides as there are currently gale-force winds. They should also refrain from going out to sea during storms to avoid tragic accidents. VIETNAM NEWS/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
