On February 13, according to the Traffic Safety Committee of Cà Mau Province, authorities are actively assisting in the search for a missing victim following a serious accident on the waterway. The incident has drawn significant public concern and worry.
Area where the accident occurred
Incident Overview
Initial reports indicate that at around 8:30 AM on the same day, Mr. N.T.P. (41 years old, residing in Đất Mới Commune, Năm Căn District, Cà Mau Province) was operating a motorized boat to transport his wife and 3-year-old son to Đất Mới Commune for paperwork. While passing through the Ông Kiểng River intersection, a sudden collision occurred with another vessel operated by Mr. B.V.L. (50 years old).
The forceful impact caused Mr. P.’s vessel to sink completely. In the critical moment, Mr. P. and his wife managed to swim safely to shore. However, their 3-year-old son was swept away by the current and remains missing.
Search and Rescue Efforts
Upon receiving the emergency report, local authorities in Cà Mau promptly deployed rescue teams and specialized equipment to assist in locating the missing boy. Many local residents also joined the search efforts, hoping to reunite the child with his family as soon as possible.
Mr. Nguyễn Văn Hùng, a representative from the Cà Mau Provincial Traffic Safety Committee, stated: “We are mobilizing all available resources to locate the victim. This incident also serves as a wake-up call for waterway users to strictly adhere to safety regulations.”
Causes and Lessons Learned
The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation by authorities. However, traffic safety experts suggest that a lack of compliance with waterway regulations is one of the contributing factors leading to such unfortunate incidents.
Particularly in the Mekong Delta region, where waterway transportation plays a vital role in daily life, raising awareness about traffic laws, conducting pre-departure technical checks, and equipping passengers with life jackets are essential measures to minimize risks.
Conclusion
The river accident in Cà Mau not only caused immense emotional distress to the victim’s family but also sounded an alarm about the importance of waterway traffic safety. To prevent similar tragedies, individuals must proactively enhance their awareness and responsibility when traveling, while authorities need to strengthen supervision and enforcement of violations.
Let’s work together for a safer transportation environment!
Source:
Dantri.com.vn – River Accident Leaves 3-Year-Old Boy Missing
