Accident at Animal Kingdom

[WDWdriver]

The evacuation platform they are talking about is a metal structure on rollers that the CMs can push up the incline next to the lift at the beginning of the ride. Guests are told to step from their raft onto the platform and then down some steps to exit.

[Aurora]

Oh my! So the platform itself may have malfunctioned? That would have been really scary on top of being evacuated. Those poor people.

We were at Disney's California Adventure in 2005 when the California Screamin' roller coaster malfunctioned and people were slightly injured. There were four helicopters swirling around the park, but we had no idea what happened until we got to our hotel room that night and saw it on the news.

We were also at WDW when the guy stepped off the Splash Mountain log and was killed. We found out the ride was closed but didn't know why. I think we're bad luck!

[rsumrall]

Does Disney comp people's stay or something when some unfortunate incident like this occurs? I know we live in an "age of entitlement" which I sorely despise, but I DO think they should make some sort of reparations. These folks, at the least, missed a day of their vacation in the emergency room.

[sgdisney]

This was on our local news this morning. Two of the "victims" were from this area and are 18 year olds on their senior trip. The news said they were treated and released.

[BrerSchultzy]

So...did anyone see the "Are Theme Parks Safe for Your Children" story on Fox News this morning? This is getting ridiculous. They made it sound like WDW is falling to pieces, because of the "lack of attention paid to these 30 year old rides". Yes...people got hurt, and I hope they are okay...it sounds like they are. But accidents happen. The simple fact is, the ride TO the theme park is FAR MORE DANGEROUS than any rides IN the theme park. I think they should run a story about how RARELY accidents happen at theme parks across the country.

I feel better.

[Stu29573]

Gee, I had no idea Kali was 30 years old. They must have built the park around it.....

[Doug The Disney Man`]

First, it was Fox News. Second, the line about 30 year old rides? AK hasn't even been in existence 10 years and I can hardly think of any ride at WDW that is 30 y.o. Third, how often do accidents actually occur? I mean ones that result in real injuries: broken bones, stitches, concussions, etc. And when you consider the millions of people at amusement parks everyday, that would make parks safer than the office! Plus Disney always gets blasted first. They are the biggest name in amusement parks. Just like McDonald's is always the target of blame for Americans unhealthy eating habits. They are the biggest name in fast food, but probably not the unhealthiest!

It sounds like everyone is okay,which is good, and if I know Disney, those involved will receive something for their troubles-free nights, free meals, personal meet/greet or something.

Leaving in 5 Weeks for the Most Magical Place on Earth!

[Sharon1026]

So...did anyone see the "Are Theme Parks Safe for Your Children" story on Fox News this morning? This is getting ridiculous. They made it sound like WDW is falling to pieces, because of the "lack of attention paid to these 30 year old rides". Yes...people got hurt, and I hope they are okay...it sounds like they are. But accidents happen. The simple fact is, the ride TO the theme park is FAR MORE DANGEROUS than any rides IN the theme park. I think they should run a story about how RARELY accidents happen at theme parks across the country.

I feel better.

Leave it to Faux News...

[Disney Maniac]

I was there at AK on Tuesday and was wondering why it was closed. I can't believe that happened!! I hope that the six people will be ok.