Chinese tourist boats capsize in storm; 10 dead

06 May,2025 08:33 AM IST |  Beijing  |  Agencies

The boats were lashed by a sudden rain and hail storm on the upper reaches of the Wu River, a tributary of the Yangtze. 

A search and rescue operation underway. Pic/AFP


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Four boats capsized in a sudden storm at a tourist spot in southwestern China, killing 10 people.

More than 80 people fell into a river when strong winds hit the scenic area in Guizhou province on Sunday afternoon, state broadcaster CCTV said.

The boats were lashed by a sudden rain and hail storm on the upper reaches of the Wu River, a tributary of the Yangtze.

Two of the boats that capsized had no passengers, and the seven crew members were able to save themselves, CCTV said.

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