Multiple people injured at water park in Cultus Lake, RCMP say
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- Multiple individuals sustained injuries at Cultus Lake Waterpark in British Columbia on Monday morning.
- RCMP confirmed they responded to the scene and that all injured parties are stable and being transported to the hospital.
- The number of victims, their ages, and the cause of the incident remain unknown as police continue their investigation.
Chilliwack RCMP responded to reports of multiple injuries at Cultus Lake Waterpark on Monday morning. The incident occurred around 11:20 a.m., according to an RCMP statement.
Authorities confirmed that all individuals who sustained injuries are in stable condition and are being transported to local hospitals for further medical treatment. The exact number of people injured and their ages have not yet been released.
Police remain on scene at the waterpark, which is currently closed to the public. During weekdays, the park typically hosts school groups as the academic year nears its end. It is not yet known if any children were among the injured.
Global News received reports that multiple air ambulances were dispatched to the waterpark. The investigation into the cause of the incident is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released.
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