**Summary: Snorkelling Boat Capsizes in Bali, Resulting in Fatalities and Injuries**
A snorkelling boat carrying 13 individuals, primarily Australian tourists, capsized off Bali, Indonesia, leading to one fatality and multiple injuries.
### Incident Overview
– **Who**: 13 people on board, including 11 Australian tourists.
– **What**: The snorkelling boat, named Sea Dragon, capsized.
– **When**: The incident occurred on Friday.
– **Where**: Off the coast of Nusa Penida, near Bali.
– **Why**: The boat was overwhelmed by high waves during rough seas.
### Details of the Incident
According to local police spokesperson Agus Widiono, the Sea Dragon was en route from a Bali port to Nusa Penida when it encountered severe waves. The group was observing underwater scenery when a large wave struck, causing a 39-year-old woman, identified as Anna Maree, to be thrown overboard. A subsequent wave capsized the boat in Kelingking waters.
– A nearby vessel quickly responded to rescue the 12 survivors, which included two local crew members and two injured tourists.
– Rescuers later recovered Maree’s body from the water.
– The survivors received treatment at a local health clinic and are reported to be in stable condition.
### Government Response
A spokesperson from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirmed that consular assistance is being provided to the family of the deceased Australian and to the two injured tourists. The spokesperson expressed condolences, stating, “We send our deepest condolences to the family at this difficult time.”
### Maritime Safety Concerns
Maritime accidents in Indonesia have resulted in numerous fatalities in recent years, often due to overcrowded boats and lax safety regulations. The country, comprising over 17,000 islands and a population of 280 million, relies heavily on boats as a cost-effective means of transportation.
### Conclusion
This tragic incident raises questions about maritime safety standards in Indonesia. How can authorities improve safety regulations to prevent such accidents in the future?
### FAQs
**What happened to the snorkelling boat in Bali?**
The snorkelling boat capsized due to high waves, resulting in one death and injuries among the passengers.
