Malfunction of Royal Caribbean's water slide causes injury to cruise passenger
In an unexpected turn of events, a water slide on Royal Caribbean's newest ship, the Icon of the Seas, malfunctioned on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The incident occurred when an acrylic glass panel broke off the slide, injuring an adult guest who was using it at the time.
Royal Caribbean Group confirmed the incident and stated that their team provided immediate medical care. The guest is currently being treated for their injuries and is reported to be in stable condition. As a precaution, the slide has been closed for the remainder of the sailing while the investigation into the malfunction continues.
Passengers and staff who witnessed the incident described a chaotic scene. One passenger suggested that the slide had been leaking throughout the cruise, which may have contributed to the accident. Royal Caribbean has not released detailed information about the findings or the specific cause of the malfunction yet.
In a separate incident, officials reported an 'ambush' in which a gunman killed a neighbour and injured two responding troopers. However, no further details about this incident were provided in the article.
Meanwhile, a separate issue has arisen concerning a missing North Carolina teen who has been unaccounted for a week after vacationing in Florida. No information about this missing person was provided in the article.
Ayesha Ali contributed to this report.
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- International news outlets are reporting on the malfunction of a water slide on Royal Caribbean's ship, the Icon of the Seas, causing concern in the realm of health-and-wellness for travelers.
- Simultaneously, general news coverage has delved into an unrelated incident, an 'ambush' resulting in a fatality and injuries to responding troopers, adding to the list of global safety concerns in science and society.
