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Teen falls 50 feet on Disneyland ride with no belts or lap bars; state finds no operational issues
By Hannah Fry at Los Angeles Times - California
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
California's Division of Occupational Safety and Health's Amusement Ride & Tramway Unit inspected Tiana's Bayou Adventure after the incident, which occurred Sunday, and approved it to reopen.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The recent incident at Disneyland, where a teenager fell 50 feet on Tiana's Bayou Adventure, raises concerns about theme park safety in the Los Angeles area. Although the state's Division of Occupational Safety and Health found no operational issues with the ride, the fact that it lacks belts or lap bars is likely to spark debate among locals about the adequacy of safety measures at popular amusement parks. As a major tourist destination, Disneyland is a significant part of the local economy, and any safety issues that arise can have a ripple effect on the community. The approval to reopen the ride may come as a relief to businesses that rely on tourism, but it also underscores the need for ongoing scrutiny of theme park safety protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future and maintain public trust in these attractions. Local residents and visitors alike will be watching to see how Disneyland responds to this incident.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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