HANOI, Feb. 28 (Xinhua) -- A boat carrying 11 spectators to a boat race capsized in Vietnam's central city of Hue on Saturday, leaving a mother and her son dead, local media VnExpress reported.
The tragedy occurred during the fish-worshipping festival in Thai Duong Ha Village, where thousands had gathered to watch the boat race, the report said.
Nine people were brought safely ashore, while a 25-year-old woman and her three-year-old son were confirmed dead.
The boat racing competition was subsequently suspended. ■