On Saturday, July 17, 2021, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown in Houston was ordered closed by public health officials after a chemical leak injured over 100 people.
The Six Flags Hurricane Harbor chemical leak was thought to be the result of an improper mix of concentrated bleach and sulfuric acid that is typically used to keep the water running the slides, lazy rivers, wave pools, and splash parks for kids disinfected.
What Injuries Were Reported from the Chemical Leak at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown in Houston?
Over 100 people were treated in nearby hospitals Saturday afternoon — 28 of whom were transported directly to the emergency room by first responders — after a chemical leak at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown.
Many of the park’s visitors were still in bathing suits when they arrived at the emergency rooms, suffering from varying injuries that included:
- Skin Irritation
- Trouble Breathing
- Headaches
- Disorientation
- Dizziness
For those who were not transported directly to the park, or who self-reported on their own accord later, the balance of the visitors were ordered to decontaminate under firefighting hoses that were sprayed from a ladder truck with a nozzle.
The county has ordered the park closed until the threat is contained and visitor safety can be ensured.
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