Lina Hidalgo said that we have issued a closure order to fulfill all the requirements till the completion of the investigation and before reopening the park.
Dangerous chemical leaked in the water park (symbolic photo)
Dozens of people have been affected by minor skin irritation and respiratory problems from a chemical leak at a water park in the Houston area. The officials gave this information. The Harris County Fire Marshal’s office tweeted, “29 people were taken to local hospitals on Saturday following the Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown incident in Spring.” 39 people were refused to be taken to the hospital after initial treatment.
KPRC-TV reported that some of those who fell ill were children, including a 3-year-old, who is in a hospital in stable condition. Officials said the chemical consisted of hypochlorite solution and 35 per cent sulfuric acid. According to media reports, Hurricane Harbor Splashtown spokesperson Rosie Shepard said in a statement that the safety of our guests and team members is always our top priority.
The park was closed till the completion of the investigation
He told that the park was cleared immediately. As a precaution, the park was closed for the day. Officials are probing the cause of the incident. Houston’s Chief Elected Officer Lina Hidalgo tweeted: “Grateful for the prompt action of first responders in Splashtown today.” He said that we have issued a closure order to investigate and fulfill all the requirements before reopening the park.
Four people died due to carbon monoxide leak
Meanwhile, four people on their way to a music festival in southern Michigan died inside a vehicle. It is feared that he died due to the leakage of carbon monoxide. Officials said on Saturday that two more people have been admitted to the hospital in a serious condition. The Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office tweeted, “This tragic incident is being investigated and a carbon monoxide leak is suspected from a generator found near their travel trailer (vehicle).”
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