A disturbing incident unfolded aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas cruise ship on Thursday, August 7, when a water slide malfunction led to an injury. According to ABC News, the acrylic glass panel on the slide shattered while a guest was using the attraction, sparking a dramatic scene. While the guest’s identity remains undisclosed, sources report that the individual is in stable condition following medical care.
A water slide on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas suffered a malfunction Thursday, injuring an adult guest when an acrylic glass panel broke off while the individual was using the slide.
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Footage Captures the Chaotic Scene
The incident occurred on one of the ship’s popular water slides. Video footage captured by passenger Jim Muldoon shows water gushing from the broken section of the slide. Passengers can be heard in the background shouting, “Stop the slide. Stop the slide,” as emergency protocols were quickly activated. The malfunction left many guests visibly shaken, raising concerns over the safety of the ride.
In a statement to PEOPLE, Royal Caribbean Group confirmed the event, saying, “Our team provided medical care to an adult guest when acrylic glass broke off a water slide as the guest passed through the slide.” The cruise line added, “The guest is being treated for his injuries.”
Royal Caribbean reassured the public that swift action was taken to aid the injured guest, and they are currently investigating the cause of the malfunction.
@cbsnews Video shows the chaos on board Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas after a glass panel on a water slide shattered mid-ride, injuring one guest and sending water pouring into a public area. The footage shows startled passengers screaming in fear as water cascades from the slide above. Several people can be heard shouting, “Stop the slide. Stop the slide,” as the incident unfolds. In a statement, Royal Caribbean confirmed that an adult guest was injured when the acrylic glass broke off in the slide while the guest was inside. The cruise is expected to return to Miami this Saturday. #royalcaribbean #cruise
Disney Influencer Megan The Magical Millennial Was Onboard
Interestingly, Disney influencer Megan The Magical Millennial was also on board the Icon of the Seas during the incident. Known for sharing her travel experiences with her large following, Megan had posted a video just a day earlier, showing herself riding the same water slide. Her fans were left shocked by the news, particularly after she had recently shared her enthusiasm about the ship’s amenities.
At present, Royal Caribbean has not revealed additional details regarding the cause of the glass panel’s breakage. The company has assured that they are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident to prevent any similar occurrences in the future. Meanwhile, the injured guest continues to receive medical attention.
@themagicalmillennial_ I LOVE WATER SLIDES 🛝 🥰 #royalcaribbean #staroftheseas #royalpartner #waterslides #waterpark #goingswimming #foryou @Royal Caribbean
This incident underscores growing concerns regarding the safety of cruise ship attractions, especially high-speed water slides. While the malfunction appears to have been an isolated case, the cruise industry faces mounting pressure to prioritize guest safety and maintain transparency when accidents occur.
