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Boy falls down 50-foot waterfall after getting off Disneyland ride early
By Dennis Romero and Colin Sheeley | NBC News at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
A 13-year-old boy was not seriously hurt after he got off a moving Disneyland ride and tumbled down its 50-foot waterfall, according to park officials and cellphone video.
The incident took place Sunday at the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, about 40 m...
Key takeaway The incident took place Sunday at the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, about 40 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles .
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The incident at Disneyland Resort's Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride raises concerns about theme park safety in the Los Angeles area. While the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health found no operational issues with the ride, the fact that a 13-year-old boy was able to exit a moving ride and fall down a 50-foot waterfall is alarming. This incident may prompt local residents to question the safety protocols in place at theme parks in the region. As a major tourist destination, Disneyland Resort attracts millions of visitors from Los Angeles and surrounding areas, making theme park safety a pressing concern for local families and communities. The swift response of Disneyland officials and the investigation by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health are reassuring, but the incident serves as a reminder to remain vigilant about safety measures at popular theme parks.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 13-year-old boy was not seriously hurt after he got off a moving Disneyland ride and tumbled down its 50-foot waterfall, according to park officials and cellphone video.
The incident took place Sunday at the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, about 40 m...
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