In California collapsed platform for parkour: more than 20 children were injured

In California collapsed platform for parkour: more than 20 children were injured

On Saturday evening, November 11, in a crowded hall for parkour in San Diego collapsed platform with a ladder. 21 children were injured, also injured two adults.

As reported in fire Department San Diego, fortunately, the injuries are not dangerous to life. The incident occurred at about 20 hours in the Vault, PK, when a large group of children got up on the platform, and she collapsed.

In California collapsed platform for parkour: more than 20 children were injured

The mother of one child, Corey Brissenden, told KGTVthat at this time on the platform were about 50 children. Among affected adults, the 72-year-old and 46-year-old woman. According to authorities, during the tragedy were not around none of the employees parsonage Park.

As noted by the employees of the fire Department, the most serious injuries were suffered by two children: one boy – back injury, another had a head.

Owner and founder of PK Vault Jessica Ho said she was «stunned by what happened.»

«Today, we are truly heartbroken, as these children and their parents – not just our visitors, is our family in the hall, we see them every week,» added Ho. «At that time there were my children, and I as stunned as any other parent. Child safety has always been our priority. We are working with authorities to figure out is what I can say now.»

The object of parkour is situated in a large former warehouse in Barrio Logan.

Recall that parkour is overcoming obstacles with the use of the hopping elements, usually in urban environments.

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