Injuries keep mounting at Thailand Park — Owner says he is going to sell it
17Jan2008 Filed under: Theme Parks Author: Dr. DisneyFrom rideaccidents.com:
Saturday, January 12, 2008 - At Siam Park in Bangkok, Thailand, 28 children were injured when a section of a water slide gave way, according to police reports. Four children were hospitalized in critical condition.
The slide, called “Super Spiral,” is three stories high. Park officials said that the collapse occured at a section near the end of the slide that was about 6-8 feet high. Some of the children fell through the slide when it collapsed.
Victims suffered head injuries, broken limbs, and bruises.
Authorities have ordered the ride shut down and an investigation is underway. Some witnesses said that children were shaking the slide.
The park accepted responsibility and promised to cover the victims medical expenses.
Three months ago, an accident on a log flume ride at Siam Park left one woman dead and five others injured.
UPDATE: Overwhelmed with grief over the parks recent accidents, Siam Park president Chaiwat Leungamornphan has announced that he is selling the park.
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