All articles tagged with #water park
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CBS News
A Florida man is suing Walt Disney World, claiming he suffered permanent injuries after falling from a water slide at Blizzard Beach in 2021, alleging the park failed to warn him of dangerous conditions. The lawsuit seeks $50,000 in damages.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Firefighters in Sweden are battling a blaze at a water park under construction in the Liseberg amusement complex, with one employee missing and 16 people injured. The cause of the fire is unknown, and the fire has caused extensive damage and structural collapse. Nearby facilities were evacuated, and the fire is being investigated as a workplace accident and case of gross public negligence.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
A massive fire engulfed a newly built water park in Gothenburg, Sweden, leading to the hospitalization of twelve people for minor injuries and one person reported missing. Authorities evacuated nearby buildings and are investigating the cause as a "workplace accident". The water park was part of an expansion of Liseberg Amusement Park and was set to open later this year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A massive fire broke out at a new water park in Sweden, destroying several under-construction outdoor waterslides and related facilities, with at least three explosions sending debris from nearby buildings scattering over the burning slides. The water park, part of Gothenburg’s Liseberg funfair, had been scheduled to open in the coming months. There were no immediate reports of injuries, and nearby hotel and office facilities were evacuated as a precaution.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A massive fire broke out at a new water park in Sweden, engulfing several under-construction outdoor waterslides and related facilities, with at least three explosions scattering debris from nearby buildings over the burning slides. The water park, part of Gothenburg’s Liseberg funfair, had no immediate reports of injuries, and nearby hotel and office facilities were evacuated as the fire department urged residents to stay indoors and keep windows closed to protect against fumes and thick black smoke.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDW News Today
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon will close for its annual multi-month refurbishment on November 6, 2023, coinciding with the reopening of Blizzard Beach on the same day. Typhoon Lagoon operates on an alternating schedule with Blizzard Beach and offers popular attractions such as Crush 'n' Gusher and Miss Adventure Falls. Blizzard Beach will remain open while Typhoon Lagoon undergoes maintenance.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDW News Today
Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park is set to reopen on November 6, 2023, after undergoing maintenance since March. The park will introduce new additions, including a Disney Water Park seasonal pass, specialty churro dishes, chicken wings, and peppermint milkshakes. The reopening date for Disney's Typhoon Lagoon, the other water park at Walt Disney World Resort, is yet to be announced.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS San Francisco
Raging Waters San Jose, Northern California's largest water park, has announced its permanent closure after nearly four decades of operation. The decision came after evaluating the company's overall portfolio and choosing not to renew the land lease for the San Jose location. While the park is closing, there is potential for a different water park operator to take over the site. San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan expressed sadness over the closure but also excitement for the opportunity to reimagine Lake Cunningham for the community with new recreational uses and business models.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WOWT
A 6-year-old boy who nearly drowned at Fun-Plex water park in Omaha has died after being removed from life support due to no brain activity. The boy's family set up a GoFundMe to cover funeral expenses and transportation of his body to their home in Sioux City, Iowa. The incident occurred on Sunday when the boy was noticed underwater in the wave pool and was later transported to the hospital. Fun-Plex has remained closed since the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KFOX El Paso
A member of the Drowning Prevention Coalition shared safety tips after a child died at a water park. The tips include constant adult supervision, wearing life jackets, and teaching children to swim. The coalition also recommends installing barriers around pools and spas, learning CPR, and avoiding alcohol while supervising children in or around water.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KVIA
A mother is questioning the response time and safety equipment at a city water park after her 3-year-old son drowned during the park's soft opening. The mother blames the city for failed CPR equipment and late response from lifeguards. She reminds parents to keep an eye on their kids around the pool this summer and have them wear a floating device at all times. The investigation is ongoing, and the mother plans to get CPR certified to help save somebody else's life.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KFOX El Paso
The mother of a 3-year-old boy who drowned at a water park in El Paso, Texas, has criticized the park's lifeguards, saying they were not properly trained. The boy was found unresponsive in a wave pool at the park and later pronounced dead at a hospital. The park has not commented on the mother's claims, but said in a statement that it is cooperating with authorities in their investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KEYE TV CBS Austin
Typhoon Texas Austin is offering free admission to moms on Mother's Day. The water park is celebrating the occasion by allowing mothers to splash around for free on May 9.