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Two children safe after ejected from airborne jumping castle at school festival

  • Two children fell from an inflatable castle lifted by a sudden gust of wind during the Protea Fees festival at Laerskool Protearif in Krugersdorp on May 31, 2025.
  • The inflatable was allegedly unsecured, allowing the unpredictable wind to lift it about 40 feet high and toss the children off, causing injuries and prompting concern.
  • The children suffered serious injuries including a fractured skull and broken arm, were hospitalized, and later discharged while receiving trauma counseling, with adults forming a human shield below.
  • The school thanked the community for their support, confirmed that over 1,000 attended the fundraiser, and announced a full, transparent investigation into the incident was underway.
  • This event underscores the importance of securing inflatable attractions and monitoring weather to prevent accidents, reflecting concerns raised by experts and recalling similar past tragedies.
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At a funfair, a young girl narrowly escaped a serious accident. According to news site Looopings, the incident took place at the funfair in Nistelrode. At a bungee attraction, things almost went wrong when the installation was started while her safety bar was still open. The girl managed to jump out of the seat just before the attraction was launched.

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