A tragic boat collision on the Yuanshui River in Hunan Province has left two dead and 14 missing, sparking a large-scale rescue operation. The accident occurred Tuesday morning when a passenger boat capsized after hitting an oil waste recovery vessel near Qinglang Township. 😢
Local authorities confirmed 19 people were aboard the passenger boat, with three rescued survivors hospitalized in stable condition. Over 60 rescue workers and 10 boats are combing the river for signs of the missing, while investigators work to determine the cause of the crash. 🚑⚓️
🌍 The incident highlights ongoing safety challenges in China\'s busy waterways. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
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