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Three French Tourists Dead After Tour Boat Capsizes Off Oman's Muttrah

Police opened an inquiry into the cause, with emergency crews rescuing the remaining passengers; two received treatment at the scene.

Overview

  • The boat, carrying 25 French tourists along with a tour guide and the captain, overturned off the coast of Muttrah, according to the Royal Oman Police.
  • Authorities confirmed three fatalities and said two others suffered minor injuries that were treated on site by the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority.
  • Police said the vessel capsized about four kilometres from Sultan Qaboos Port, with the incident occurring at around 9am local time.
  • Maritime authorities and police have launched a formal investigation and are providing support to survivors and families.
  • Local reports indicate a passing boat assisted in rescuing some passengers, while officials have not released any findings on the cause.