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The Deadly and Dangerous Action Park
An emergency room doctor reported that nearly five to 10 people from Action Park were admitted to the hospital every day, but the danger and death only made local kids and teens more excited to go, resulting in even more injuries and fatalities.
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There were two known fatalities in the wave pool of Action Park, although due to the high number of rescues made by lifeguards saving about 30 people a day for each lifeguard wearing a wristband that read "can't fucking swim," there could have been many more.
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Summary
There were two known fatalities in the wave pool of Action Park, although due to the high number of rescues made by lifeguards saving about 30 people a day for each lifeguard wearing a wristband that read "can't fucking swim," there could have been many more. In addition, a man died of a heart attack after swimming in the cold Tarzan Swing pool in 1984, while in 1987 there was a bus crash on the way to the park which killed five people.
ChapterThe Deadly and Dangerous Action Park
EpisodeThe Libertarian Theme Park of your Dreams/Nightmares
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Action Park gained notoriety in the 1980s for its dangerous rides and high injury rates.
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Summary
Action Park gained notoriety in the 1980s for its dangerous rides and high injury rates. Despite the risks, many local children and teenagers were drawn to the park for the thrill of adventure and freedom.