Five Kids Killed In A Bouncy Castle Tragedy

Five kids were killed and three others left in critical condition on Thursday in a bouncy castle tragedy in Australia.

Gatekeepers News reports that the inflatable was thrown 30ft in the air by a freak gust of wind, flinging the children who were celebrating their school’s end-of-term party ahead of Christmas holidays from the bouncy castle onto the school sports field.

The inflatable castle was part of a celebration to mark the last day of school, which also included zorb balls, a slippery slide and a wet play zone.

“A wind event caused a jumping castle to lift into the air,” police said in a statement.

“Several children fell from a height of about 10 metres about 10 am.”

Two rescue helicopters and multiple ambulances were sent to the scene.

One of the victims, Zane was identified to be a pupil of Hillcrest Primary School on the island of Tasmania and another Addison who is believed to be a pupil in Year 6. They died alongside three of their classmates, thought to be aged between 10 and 12 while another three of the same age are currently in hospital in critical condition, with a fifth ‘seriously’ hurt.

Police have so far refused to give any details of how the accident happened, including whether the bouncy castle was properly anchored to the ground.

It was gathered that an investigation has been launched and a coroner has also visited the site of the incident.

“On a day when these children were meant to be celebrating their last day of primary school, instead we’re all mourning their loss,” Tasmania Police Commissioner Darren Hine said.

“Our hearts are breaking for the families and the loved ones, schoolmates, teachers of these young people who were taken too soon.”

The Commissioner added: “It’s an emotional day for everyone who is tragically impacted by today.

“I’ve already seen pictures of police officers quite upset, as you’d expect. Any emergency services and teachers, everyone is affected in some way.”

Also reacting to the incident, Prime Minister Scott Morrison described the accident as ‘unthinkably heartbreaking’.

“Young children on a fun day out, together with their families and it turns to such horrific tragedy. At this time of year, it just breaks your heart,’ he said while on a visit on the NSW Central Coast.

“It just breaks your heart.”

Gatekeepers News reports that a GoFundMe has been launched shortly after news of the tragedy broke, raising $23,958 in three hours.

The organiser said she was moved by the tragedy and wanted to do something to support the families through Christmas.

“All funds will go to the families of the children who were tragically killed and injured too not only support them but provide them with much needed gifts in this time of such sadness,” she wrote.

“Any donation is much appreciated and hopefully we as the incredible community of Devonport can rally to support such deserving and hurting people.”