On April 19th, a tragic accident occurred on the Tien River in Ho Chi Minh City. A 36-year-old male tour guide was severely injured after a boat carrying 42 foreign guests collided with a ferry. The patient, who has not been named, suffered a severed elbow and multiple other injuries, including traumatic shock, ruptured organs, and broken bones. Dr. Le Dinh Hai from the Department of Trauma and Orthopedics at Cho Ray Hospital stated that the patient was in critical condition upon arrival at the hospital.
The incident left several passengers with injuries requiring treatment at nearby hospitals, including German and French tourists. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the collision, but both the ship’s crew and the ferry driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs. The company responsible for the boat is working with authorities to understand the circumstances that led to the accident.
The patient is currently in intensive care and receiving treatment for his injuries, but despite the efforts of the medical team, they were not able to save his arm. This case highlights the dangers of water transportation and reminds us of the importance of safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries. The company and authorities are working together to ensure that passengers are safe in future incidents involving water transportation.