A 9-year-old baby died at Hersheypark’s water park Thursday, the corporate introduced.
Officers stated the kid was in misery at The Boardwalk, the park’s themed water attraction, and lifeguards tried life-saving efforts.
The kid was rushed to the close by Milton S. Hershey Medical Heart however was pronounced lifeless shortly after arriving.
“Our hearts break for this child and the child’s family,” Hershey CEO John Garden stated. “We extend our deepest condolences for their loss.”
Garden didn’t reveal the attraction the place the tragedy occurred.
The Boardwalk options 16 totally different water points of interest, situated within the northern part of the 119-year-old Pennsylvania amusement park, together with the world’s longest mat racing slides, “Whitecap Racer.”
It’s also residence to a 378,000-gallon wave pool dubbed, “The Shore,” which deepens to 6 toes.
The identification of the kid was not supplied.
A reason for loss of life was not instantly recognized.
Garden stated an inside evaluation will happen within the coming days and the park could be totally cooperating with authorities.
“To every family that visits Hersheypark, please know this: your safety and well-being drive every decision we make. We will thoroughly investigate this tragedy and honor the memory of this young guest by continuing our focus on ensuring the safety of our guests at Hersheypark,” he added.
