‘Electrical non-compliances’ found at B.C. waterpark where kids were burned
Technical Safety BC found electrical non-compliances, and the park will stay closed until hazards are fixed and the investigation is complete.
- Safety regulators found "electrical non-compliances" at Cultus Lake Waterpark following an incident on Monday, June 15, 2026, that sent 12 students to hospital; the Fraser Valley facility remains closed indefinitely until all hazards are resolved.
- The incident occurred when Minnekhada Middle School students touched a handrail while queuing for the "Zero to 60" waterslide, prompting Technical Safety B.C. to launch an investigation into the electrical failure.
- Two students were airlifted to BC Children's Hospital with serious injuries, while 10 others were transported by ground ambulance to Abbotsford Hospital; all injured children are in stable condition.
- WorkSafeBC issued a stop-work order while B.C. Hydro confirmed the electrical issue originated on the customer's side of service, and RCMP investigators found no indication of criminality or deliberate human action.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark administrators stated they are cooperating with authorities and will remain closed until all identified hazards are addressed, as officials emphasize that public safety remains the top priority.
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Technical Safety BC has found “electrical non-compliances” in its preliminary investigation into the June 15 electrical incident at the now-closed Cultus Lake Waterpark. Officials with the safety regulator said the waterpark will not re-open until electrical issues or hazards that put them in non-compliance are corrected. “We understand that the closure of a popular summer attraction is disappointing for visitors and families looking forward to …
‘Electrical non-compliances’ at Cultus Lake Waterpark have to be corrected before gates can reopen - Northern Sentinel
Technical Safety BC has found “electrical non-compliances” in its preliminary investigation into the June 15 electrical incident at the now-closed Cultus Lake Waterpark. Officials with the safety regulator said the waterpark will not re-open until electrical issues or hazards that put them in non-compliance are corrected. “We understand that the closure of a popular summer attraction is disappointing for visitors and families looking forward to …
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‘Electrical non-compliances’ at Cultus Lake Waterpark have to be corrected before gates can reopen
Technical Safety BC has found “electrical non-compliances” in its preliminary investigation into the June 15 electrical incident at the now-closed Cultus Lake Waterpark. Officials with the safety regulator said the waterpark will not re-open until electrical issues or hazards that put them in non-compliance are corrected. “We understand that the closure of a popular summer attraction is disappointing for visitors and families looking forward to …
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