A waterslide on the world's largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, cracked open, injuring one passenger and causing a hole in the slide. The slide is closed for investigation, and the passenger is in stable condition. The ship features the largest waterpark at sea and recently embarked on its maiden voyage.
A man weighing 334 pounds is suing Disney World after suffering severe injuries on the Blizzard Beach waterslide, claiming the inner tube was defective and the ride was unsafe, despite guidelines recommending no one over 300 pounds participate. The lawsuit alleges Disney knew of the ride's dangers and used inadequate equipment, leading to permanent injuries for the plaintiff.
A woman is suing Walt Disney Parks, claiming she suffered a brain injury and a bleeding wound after being knocked unconscious on the Humunga Kowabunga waterslide at Disney World. The lawsuit alleges that the lack of immediate lifeguard assistance exacerbated her injuries. She is seeking over $50,000 in damages.
A woman is suing Walt Disney Parks, claiming she suffered a brain injury after being knocked unconscious on a waterslide at Typhoon Lagoon in Florida. The lawsuit alleges Disney failed to provide a safe environment and did not warn that there were no lifeguards at the ride's end. The woman is undergoing neurological treatment and seeks over $50,000 in damages. Disney has not commented on the lawsuit.
A woman has filed a lawsuit against Disney World, seeking $50,000 in damages, after experiencing an "injurious wedgie" on a waterslide at Typhoon Lagoon during her 30th birthday trip. The lawsuit claims that Disney did not provide proper safety instructions and failed to warn riders about the risk of injury due to their anatomy and swimwear. The plaintiff suffered severe internal injuries, including vaginal lacerations and damage to her internal organs, and argues that the slide is unsafe and Disney was negligent.
NASA built a network of tunnels and bunkers below the launch pads at the Launch Pad 39 Complex in Florida to provide a safe escape route for crews in the event of a Saturn V explosion. The escape process involved a nine-story waterslide, a high-speed elevator, and a rubber tunnel. The crew would then enter the Rubber Room, a domed bunker designed to withstand high levels of force. Thankfully, the rubber room was never needed, and the launch pad is now abandoned.
The waterslide at Eagle Island State Park in Boise, Idaho, is closed until further notice due to mechanical concerns. The park had recently completed a system upgrade but discovered issues just five days after reopening. The closure is an inconvenience for families seeking an affordable summer water attraction, as the waterslide offered a cheaper alternative to Roaring Springs. However, there are other fun and affordable waterslides available at Boise area public pools, such as the Hydrotube at Boise's Natatorium and slides at Ivywild Pool.
The waterslide at Eagle Island State Park in Boise, Idaho, is closed until further notice due to mechanical concerns. The park had recently completed a system upgrade but discovered issues just five days after reopening. The closure is an inconvenience for families seeking an affordable summer water attraction, as the waterslide offered a cheaper alternative to Roaring Springs. However, there are other fun and affordable waterslides available at Boise area public pools, such as the Hydrotube at Boise's Natatorium and slides at Ivywild Pool.
A father climbed up a waterslide to rescue his six-year-old daughter who got stuck midway down at a popular adventure park in the UK. Andrew Reece, 38, rushed to the rescue after help called for by staff was taking too long to arrive. In a video filmed by his wife, Andrew is seen making his way up the waterslide to rescue his daughter. He eventually managed to get the boat free and the pair made it safely to the bottom. The family was at the park to celebrate Sienna's birthday.