China tourist snorkelling in Semporna waters dies
A 66-year-old Chinese tourist died after losing consciousness while snorkeling off Pom Pom Island in Semporna. The victim had a history of asthma, and police are currently investigating the incident.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the safety risks associated with water-based tourism and the need for strict adherence to safety protocols.
KOTA KINABALU: A 66-year-old female tourist from China died after losing consciousness while snorkelling in the waters off Pom Pom Island in Semporna on Sunday (Oct 4).
Semporna district police chief, Supt Tan Hiap Wah, said the victim, who was from Yunnan, was carrying out the activity with her family members when the incident happened at about 12.30pm.
He said preliminary investigations found that the victim had complained of feeling unwell before requesting to be taken back onto the boat.
“However, once on board, the victim was found unconscious and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was administered.
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