Water slide on cruise ship breaks: Man cut open
An accident recently occurred on the world's largest cruise ship. A passenger was injured on a water slide. Footage shows the situation on board.
An accident recently occurred on a water slide on the world's largest cruise ship . According to ABC News , an acrylic panel broke while the man was using the slide. He subsequently required medical treatment.
The affected passenger has now hired a lawyer, as " local10.com " reports. His attorney, Alex Perez, confirmed that they intend to file a lawsuit against the cruise line.
On " PR Newswire ," the law firm Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, PA, states that the passenger "suffered serious injuries" on August 7. It further describes the incident as "preventable." The client and his family "have requested privacy to heal."
According to local10.com, Lillian Destefano observed the situation. She reported that the passenger was cut. The person in front of him was also reportedly slightly cut. "Then the glass fell and water sprayed out. Thank God no one fell through," Lillian continued.
Video footage of the incident shows water pouring from the waterslide called "Frightening Bolt." There are six waterslides on the Icon of the Seas. More facts about the Icon of the Seas:
- The ship is 365 meters long.
- It is currently considered the largest cruise ship in the world.
- It is a cruise ship of the US shipping company Royal Caribbean International.
- The crew consists of 2,350 people.
- There are 2805 cabins.
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