A 13-year-old boy tumbled down a 50-foot waterfall at Disneyland after reportedly jumping off the ride before its steep drop. The incident occurred on Sunday at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, formerly known as Splash Mountain, at the Disneyland Resort in California.
Disneyland officials said cast members immediately stopped the ride, and the boy was taken to the hospital as a precaution but has since been released. The ride reopened after state investigators determined there were no operational issues.
It is worth noting that Magic Kingdom’s version of the ride includes a lap bar, while Disneyland’s version has no restraints. The boy’s decision to jump off the ride early highlights the importance of following safety guidelines and instructions provided by theme park staff.
Original reporting: WESH Orlando — read the source article.
