Baytown waterpark ride closed after girl falls off ride

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BAYTOWN, Texas – A Baytown water park slide will remain closed while an investigation is conducted after a girl fell off a ride, according to officials.

Two Pirates Bay Waterpark guests were sliding on the park's "Boomerango" ride when their raft collided with a divider, causing the raft to turn over.

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A girl fell off the raft and off the slide, according to officials.

The girl, whose age is not being released at this time, suffered minor scratches, according to officials.

She was evaluated by Emergency Medical Services and released. She was not transported to a hospital.

Here is a statement from the waterpark:

"Two guests at Pirates Bay Waterpark were sliding on the parks’ “Boomerango” ride when their inflatable raft veered to the side and collided with a divider, causing the raft to turn over and one of the riders to fall out of the slide. The rider suffered minor scratches, and was evaluated by EMS. The guest did not require transport.

"The City of Baytown is fully committed to ensuring a safe and fun experience for our guests. City officials are working with the manufacturer to evaluate the slide and determine the cause. The investigation into the incident continues and we will share more when we have further information. The slide will be closed until further notice."

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