In Disneyland mishap, boy gets out of ride ahead of 50-foot drop
Los Angeles Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- A 13-year-old was transported to a hospital after exiting the Disneyland log flume ride, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, before the ride ended on Sunday evening.
- Witnesses reported the teen slid down the ride’s final 50-foot drop, but Disney officials did not confirm a fall and stated the youth was evaluated and released as a precaution.
- The ride was immediately stopped by cast members following the incident and was closed for the evening, reopening the next day.
- Security personnel and medics were seen near the ride exit shortly after the incident, while the ride continued to operate briefly before closing.
- Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, a water ride with a dramatic drop, opened in November 2024 at Disneyland in California.
