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Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
Child injured after 'human error' on fairground ride
A child was taken to hospital after an incident involving a helicopter funfair ride. It took place at the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza at 10:00 BST on Saturday and the child is now "in a stable condition", according to the organisers. Chris Williams, director of Llandudno Community Events Cic, said an investigation by the ride operator found it had been caused by "human error". The Llandudno Victorian Exchange, which ran from Saturday until Monday, described itself as "Wales' largest free family event". Following the incident, which involved two children, the operator was permitted to "continue operating", according to Mr Williams. But he said the ride was closed to the public for the remainder of the event "out of respect" for the family. The parents said "it could have been a lot worse" Mr Williams added. "We wish the family a speedy recovery from the incident and are here to support them in any way we can." The Welsh Ambulance Service said one ambulance was sent to Mostyn Street at about 10:20 and the child was taken to hospital shortly after. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said it "was aware" of the incidents and attended the scene to conduct an investigation.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Llandudno: Child taken to hospital after 'incident' involving funfair ride
A child has been taken to hospital after an "incident" involving a "helicopter funfair ride" in North Wales. Organisers say two children were involved, with one in hospital "in a stable condition". Despite being told the ride could continue operating by the health and safety executive (HSE), organisers closed the ride for the remainder of the event "out of respect for the family". Chris Williams, director of Llandudno Community Events CIC, said an initial internal investigation by the ride operator found Saturday's incident had been caused by "human error". ADVERTISEMENT "The Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza organisers are in contact with the parents of the children and have been informed that the child in hospital is in a stable condition," Mr Williams added. "The parents have said 'that it could have been a lot worse'. We wish the family a speedy recovery from the incident and are here to support them in any way we can." The three-day event, which came to an end on Monday, describes itself on its Facebook page as Wales's "largest free family event". Read more from Sky News: Woman missing for more than 60 years found 'alive and well' Killer fungus forecast to spread to UK Merz wins vote to become Germany's new chancellor A Welsh Ambulance Service spokesperson said it was called at around 10.20am on Saturday to reports of an incident on Mostyn Street, Llandudno. ADVERTISEMENT "We sent one emergency ambulance to the scene. One patient was conveyed to hospital for further treatment," they added. A Health and Safety Executive spokesperson said: "HSE is aware of the incident. We have visited the site and an investigation was conducted."
Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Theme park horror as girl falls from rollercoaster after carriage detaches
The child was rushed to hospital with 'serious injuries' after the ride malfunctioned on Saturday morning. A young girl has been hospitalised with 'serious injuries' after a rollercoaster carriage she was in became detached from the tracks, plunging several metres to the ground at a UK theme park. The horrific incident occurred on Saturday morning, leaving onlookers in shock as the ride malfunctioned. The child was swiftly taken to hospital following the terrifying ordeal at the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza, in North Wales. Local reporter Aaran Lennox recounted the chilling events that unfolded at the well-attended festival. He reported: "A children's 'ride on car' detached from the ride mid-operation causing the car to fall several meters from the air whilst the child remained inside." An investigation is underway by the operator to find out the cause of the malfunction. Chris Williams, Director of Llandudno Community Events CIC, released a statement regarding the accident. He said: "At the extravaganza on Saturday morning there was an incident involving a ride on Mostyn Street at approximately 10.15am, still being investigated by the operator, reports the Mirror. "The health and safety executive visited the extravaganza following the incident and permitted the operator of the ride to continue operating, however out of respect for the family involved the ride will not operate for the remainder of the event." He added: "The extravaganza team is in communication with the family and we wish them a speedy recovery." The Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza is a lively annual festival held over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend, reports Wales Live. Esatablished in 1986 by local leaders and heritage enthusiasts, the event was designed to stimulate tourism during the usually quiet period between Easter and late May. It has since transformed into a celebration of Victorian culture, drawing visitors from all over the UK and further afield.
North Wales Live
06-05-2025
- North Wales Live
Child 'thrown' from Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza ride after it 'struck the ground'
A young girl was injured after she was "ejected" from a ride at the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza, an eyewitness told North Wales Live. An investigation has been launched following the incident at the popular festival, on Saturday May 3. The bystander, who asked to remain anonymous, told how a section of a ride the child was sat in, appeared to strike the ground and "the child was ejected from it and onto the road". The young girl was said to be "crying and conscious" as she was taken back to her mother. The severity of the little girl's injuries are unclear. North Wales Police confirmed a young girl had been injured in the incident. A spokesperson for the force said: "Patrol officers at this weekend's Extravaganza event in Llandudno attended an incident in which a five-year-old girl sustained injuries whilst riding on a fairground attraction. The incident occurred on Mostyn Street, shortly after 10.20am on Saturday, 3 May. "The girl's family sought medical attention for her at a nearby first aid station, and the ride was shut down for the remainder of the Extravaganza. "Officers have informed Health and Safety Executive officials, who are now leading the investigation into the circumstances of the incident." Following the incident Chris Williams Director of the Llandudno Community Events CIC, said: "At the extravaganza on Saturday morning there was an incident involving a ride on Mostyn Street at approximately 10:15 AM, still being investigated by the operator. "The health and safety executive visited the extravaganza following the incident and permitted the operator of the ride to continue operating, however out of respect for the family involved the ride will not operate for the remainder of the event. The extravaganza team is in communication with the family and we wish them a speedy recovery." The Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza has been approached for further comment on the incident. North Wales Police, Conwy County Borough Council and the Welsh Ambulance Service have also been approached for comment. The Health and Safety Executive said it was "aware of the incident and making enquiries.'
Wales Online
06-05-2025
- Wales Online
Child 'thrown' from Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza ride after it 'struck the ground'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A young girl was injured after she was "ejected" from a ride at the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza, an eyewitness told North Wales Live. An investigation has been launched following the incident at the popular festival, on Saturday May 3. The bystander, who asked to remain anonymous, told how a section of a ride the child was sat in, appeared to strike the ground and "the child was ejected from it and onto the road". The young girl was said to be "crying and conscious" as she was taken back to her mother. The severity of the little girl's injuries are unclear. North Wales Police confirmed a young girl had been injured in the incident. A spokesperson for the force said: "Patrol officers at this weekend's Extravaganza event in Llandudno attended an incident in which a five-year-old girl sustained injuries whilst riding on a fairground attraction. The incident occurred on Mostyn Street, shortly after 10.20am on Saturday, 3 May. "The girl's family sought medical attention for her at a nearby first aid station, and the ride was shut down for the remainder of the Extravaganza. "Officers have informed Health and Safety Executive officials, who are now leading the investigation into the circumstances of the incident." Following the incident Chris Williams Director of the Llandudno Community Events CIC, said: "At the extravaganza on Saturday morning there was an incident involving a ride on Mostyn Street at approximately 10:15 AM, still being investigated by the operator. "The health and safety executive visited the extravaganza following the incident and permitted the operator of the ride to continue operating, however out of respect for the family involved the ride will not operate for the remainder of the event. The extravaganza team is in communication with the family and we wish them a speedy recovery." The Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza has been approached for further comment on the incident. North Wales Police, Conwy County Borough Council and the Welsh Ambulance Service have also been approached for comment. The Health and Safety Executive said it was "aware of the incident and making enquiries.' Find out what's happening near you
