In his dispatch sent to the ministers of National Defence, Labour-Invalids and Social Affairs, chairpersons of the People’s Committees of centrally-run cities and provinces on September 2, the PM asked them to direct agencies concerned to strictly follow regulations on prevention and control of child drowning while extending his profound condolences to Ky’s family.
They were urged to strengthen safety measures for both residents and tourists at beaches and tourist areas to prevent similar incidents.
Regular inspections and timely actions to detect violations related to drowning are crucial, and strict legal regulations should be applied when necessary.
At about 4:30pm on September 1 when conducting inspections and ensuring security during the National Day holiday at Dong Be beach in Vinh Hoa village, Xuan Thinh commune, Song Cau town, Phu Yen province, Ky discovered two people being swept away by the waves. He bravely swam out to rescue the victims and sacrificed his own life in the process.
