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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
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Child, 9, dies after incident at Hersheypark Boardwalk, police investigating tragic death
The Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company reported Thursday evening that a 9-year-old was "tragically lost" at The Boardwalk at Hersheypark. According to officials, the 9-year-old was found by Boardwalk lifeguards at the wave pool within the Boardwalk area. The child was transported to Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center, where officials said the child did not recover. "From the moment our lifeguard team recognized that a child was in distress, they performed an immediate rescue, followed by continuous, coordinated life‑saving efforts by our lifeguards, on‑site first responders, and medical personnel," John Lawn, CEO, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, said in a statement Thursday. The wave pool was closed Friday after the incident. Hershey officials said that there were 10 lifeguards specifically dedicated to the wave pool at the time of the incident. "The specific lifeguards stationed at the wave pool received the highest level of training and certification from E&A, known as Special Facility Training, which includes deep-water lifeguarding, Basic Life Support, AED use, supplemental oxygen support, CPR, and First Aid," officials said in an updated release Friday. "Additionally, as part of Hersheypark's commitment to water safety, complimentary life vests are also available to all of our guests." Officials added there were over 100 Ellis & Associates-trained lifeguards in the Boardwalk area at the time of the incident. The park employs 19 Certified Lifeguard Instructors and one Instructor Trainer to "ensure all team members meet rigorous safety standards." The Derry Township Police Department issued a statement Friday saying they are assisting Hersheypark and the Dauphin County Coroner's Office with their review into the death of the 9-year-old child. The name of that child has not been made public. "We are still on the early stages of this process, and we are working to gather all of the facts in the incident," police said. "Our thoughts and our hearts are with the family and friends of this young life, lost too soon." WGAL reported that a witness, whom the station did not identify, described seeing a child being "pulled, limp, from the wave pool." Hershey Entertainment officials said they will be conducting a "thorough internal review" of the incident in the coming days, and will cooperate fully with authorities. "The safety of our guests has always been our highest priority. In the coming days, we will conduct a thorough internal review and cooperate fully with authorities. "Our hearts break for this child and the child's family. We extend our deepest condolences for their loss. Out of respect for their privacy, we will not release any personal details at this time," Lawn said in his release. This story has been updated with new information. This is an ongoing story. Please check back for updates. Matthew Toth is a reporter for the Lebanon Daily News. Reach him at mtoth@ or on X at @DAMattToth. This article originally appeared on Lebanon Daily News: 9-year-old child dies after Boardwalk at Hersheypark incident
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Little girl, 9, who was 'light of our lives' dies after freak tragedy in Hersheypark wave pool
The 9-year-old child who died after being pulled from the wave pool at Pennsylvania 's Hersheypark has been identified as a young girl from Harrisburg. While her name has not been released publicly, 'out of respect for the family,' community leaders have confirmed she was a beloved member of the local Bhutanese population. The young girl was 'in distress' in the wave pool before she died, authorities said. 'Our hearts break for this child and the child's family. We extend our deepest condolences for their loss. Out of respect for their privacy, we will not release any personal details at this time,' a statement from CEO of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, John Lawn, said. The iconic theme park released a statement of its own on Saturday, commending the lifesaving efforts of park staff and extending condolences to the grieving family. 'We can confirm that the incident occurred at the wave pool within The Boardwalk at Hersheypark. The wave pool will remain closed today out of respect for the family and deep appreciation of our team members who worked so valiantly in their efforts to save the life of the guest,' an updated statement from Hersheypark reads. Hersheypark said there were over 100 trained lifeguards at the park at the time of the tragic incident, including '10 lifeguards specifically dedicated to the wave pool' attraction. 'There were over 100 E&A-trained lifeguards in the Boardwalk at the time of the incident. There were 10 lifeguards specifically dedicated to the wave pool at the time of the incident. 'The specific lifeguards stationed at the wave pool received the highest level of training and certification from E&A, known as Special Facility Training, which includes deep-water lifeguarding, Basic Life Support, AED use, supplemental oxygen support, CPR, and First Aid. Additionally, as part of Hersheypark's commitment to water safety, complimentary life vests are also available to all of our guests,' the park said. Now, the young girl - described as 'full of promise, innocence, and joy' - is being remembered by members of her local community. 'At just nine years old, she was full of promise, innocence, and joy – a light in the lives of all who knew her,' Tilak Niroula, chairman of the Board for the Bhutanese Community in Harrisburg, announced on the group's Facebook page. 'Her sudden and tragic departure has left a deep void in our hearts and in the community she was so warmly a part of. Our entire community is grieving alongside the family during this unimaginably difficult time,' he continued. The young girl - described as 'full of promise, innocence, and joy' - is being remembered by members of her local community 'Words cannot fully capture the depth of our pain, but we are united in our mourning and committed to standing with the family in love, prayer and support.' The girl had been visiting The Boardwalk at Hersheypark on Thursday, July 24, when she became 'in distress' in the water, according to a statement from the park's parent company CEO. 'From the moment our lifeguard team recognized that a child was in distress, they performed an immediate rescue, followed by continuous, coordinated life-saving efforts by our lifeguards, on-site first responders and medical personnel,' Lawn said. After park staff performed life-saving measures, the young girl was taken to Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead. However, it remains unclear at this time how the child died. The Derry Township Police Department and the Dauphin County Coroner's Office said they are continuing their investigation into the incident, as park officials say they will 'fully cooperate' and even 'conduct an internal review' of their own. 'The Derry Township Police Department is assisting Hersheypark and the Dauphin County Coroner's Office with their review into the death of a 9-year-old child at The Boardwalk at Hersheypark on the evening of July 24, 2025. 'We are still on the early stages of this process, and we are working to gather all of the facts in the incident. 'Our thoughts and our hearts are with the family and friends of this young life, lost too soon,' the Derry Township Police Department said. The 9-year-old girl's death marks the first fatality at the park since 1977. The Boardwalk area of the park features 16 water attractions, including a 378,000-gallon wave pool called 'The Shore,' which reaches a depth of six feet.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
9-year-old dies at Hersheypark's The Boardwalk water park: 'Our deepest condolences'
A 9-year-old child died on Thursday after visiting Hersheypark's water park in Hershey, Pennsylvania, according to the company. Officials said lifeguards attempted life-saving efforts after noticing the child was in distress at The Boardwalk, the park's themed water attraction. "Tonight, a nine-year-old guest was tragically lost at The Boardwalk at Hersheypark," Hershey Entertainment & Resorts CEO John Lawn said in a statement. 'Tilt' Roller Coaster At Cedar Point Malfunctions For 3Rd Time Since Opening, Leaving Riders Suspended In Air "From the moment our lifeguard team recognized that a child was in distress, they performed an immediate rescue, followed by continuous, coordinated life-saving efforts by our lifeguards, on-site first responders, and medical personnel," he continued. The child was transported to Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and was pronounced dead. The cause of death was not immediately known. Read On The Fox News App "Our hearts break for this child and the child's family," Lawn said. "We extend our deepest condolences for their loss." Lawn did not disclose the attraction where the incident happened. He also did not reveal the child's identity or any personal details out of respect for the family's privacy. The Boardwalk features 16 different water attractions, including the "Whitecap Racer", a mat racing water slide, and "The Shore," a 378,000-gallon wave pool. Lawn said the company will conduct an internal review and cooperate fully with authorities. Disneyland China Visitors Caught On Camera Brawling Over Apparent Line-cutting Dispute He said that the safety of guests has always been the highest priority. "To every family who visits Hersheypark, please know this: your safety and well-being drive every decision we make," Lawn said. "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."Original article source: 9-year-old dies at Hersheypark's The Boardwalk water park: 'Our deepest condolences' Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Award-winning country singer to perform in Hershey
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Award-winning country singer Jordan Davis is coming to Hershey later this year. Hershey Entertainment said Davis, known for his songs 'Next Thing You Know' and 'Buy Dirt,' is set to hit the stage at the GIANT Center in Hershey on Friday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. as part of his 'Ain't Enough Road Tour.' Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Davis will be joined by special guests Mitchell Tenpenny and Vincent Mason during his Hershey show, Hershey Entertainment said. Hershey Entertainment added that Davis recently released a new single, 'Bar None,' from his upcoming album, which is slated for release in 2025. Tickets can be purchased on the Hershey Entertainment website and Ticketmaster. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
