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Originally Published 5 months ago — by PennLive.com
A 9-year-old girl died at Hersheypark's wave pool amid crowded conditions during hot weather, marking the park's first guest fatality in its 119-year history, according to an eyewitness.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
A 9-year-old girl died after an incident at Hersheypark's wave pool in Pennsylvania, despite lifeguards' rescue efforts. The park, which had over 100 trained lifeguards on duty, remains closed as authorities investigate the cause of her distress and death. The incident highlights the importance of water safety and emergency preparedness at public water attractions.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by WGAL
A 9-year-old child died after an incident at Hersheypark's wave pool, which has been closed following the event. Lifeguards responded immediately, but despite efforts, the child was pronounced dead at the hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident, and the park expressed condolences and respect for the family's privacy.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by PennLive.com
Hersheypark's wave pool was closed following the death of a 9-year-old child in an incident at the water park, prompting safety concerns and investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
Former TV star Ivanka Trump shares a video on Instagram of her wipeout while surfing in a wave pool. This is not her first time trying out water sports, as she has previously gone wakeboarding. Surfing has become popular among celebrities, with famous faces like Shakira, Patrick Mahomes, and Mark Zuckerberg also giving it a try.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WOWT
Witnesses at Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides in Omaha, Nebraska, have defended the response of lifeguards after a 6-year-old boy was found unresponsive in the wave pool and later died. The witnesses stated that the lifeguards followed protocol, performing CPR and using an AED, and did everything they could to save the boy. The grieving parents of the boy are calling for compassion and reminding others of how quickly accidents can happen, urging the community to support the family in their time of need. Fun-Plex has been closed since the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KETV Omaha
A 6-year-old boy was found unresponsive in the wave pool at Fun-Plex in Omaha and later died. Police were called to the scene and performed lifesaving measures before transporting the child to a local hospital. The investigation is ongoing, and Fun-Plex expressed condolences to the family, stating their commitment to providing a safe environment. Nebraska's Department of Environment and Energy has filed an incident report.