Three Tourists Die at Cox’s Bazar Beach, Two Others Missing
A beach outing turned tragic at Himchari beach in Cox’s Bazar on Wednesday afternoon after strong sea currents swept away a group of tourists, leaving three dead and two others missing. One tourist was rescued alive and taken to hospital for treatment.
The incident occurred at around 4:30pm on October 21, when several tourists entered the water to bathe. They were caught in powerful currents and carried away from the shore.
According to Soleiman, officer-in-charge of the Himchari police outpost, local people helped rescue several of the tourists. Three were found dead, while one survivor was taken to hospital.
Two other tourists remained missing following the incident. Rescue efforts were underway to locate them.
The identities of the deceased and missing tourists had not been confirmed immediately after the incident.
The tragedy highlights the dangers posed by strong currents along the Cox’s Bazar coastline, particularly when visitors enter the sea during hazardous conditions. Tourists are advised to follow beach safety warnings and instructions from lifeguards and local authorities.
Reporting by Borderless for The Borderless Journal. Filed under Uncategorized · 22 Oct 2026, 15:00.
