Elderly man drowns after boat capsizes in Kenyir Lake

An elderly man has died after drowning in Tasik Kenyir when the boat he was travelling in overturned due to striking a submerged wooden obstruction. The victim, identified as Wan Esah Wan Daud, was thrown into the water when the vessel capsized, resulting in the fatal incident. Emergency responders recovered the body following the accident at the popular recreational lake in Terengganu. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the capsizing. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for water users at the lake, with submerged debris continuing to pose hazards to boaters. Safety officials have reminded lake visitors to exercise caution and remain vigilant for underwater obstacles during recreational activities.