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- Child dies after incident at Wild Rivers Water Park in Irvine (newsbreak.com)
A tragic event occurred at the Wild Rivers Water Park in Irvine on Saturday, resulting in the death of a 12-year-old boy. The exact cause of death is currently under investigation, but officials have confirmed that the incident did not involve drowning.
In an official statement, a representative from the park expressed profound sorrow over the incident, stating, “Today, at Wild Rivers, a tragic event unfolded involving a 12-year-old boy who suffered a non-water-related medical emergency. Despite immediate intervention from our staff and emergency medical responders, the young boy unfortunately succumbed to his condition at a hospital.
Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the boy’s family and friends during this heart-wrenching time. We ask for everyone to keep them in your prayers.”
Authorities, including the police and Orange County Fire Authority paramedics, were dispatched to the scene at 10000 Great Park Boulevard early Saturday following reports of a medical emergency. Police have indicated that preliminary findings suggest the incident was not related to any water activities at the park.
More information will be provided as this story continues to evolve.
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