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13 Rescued From Jammed Water Ride

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE3) — Thirteen people had to be rescued Saturday night when a water ride became stuck at Kentucky Kingdom.

WAVE3 reports here that passengers got stuck about 8 p.m. on Mile High Falls.

All 13 were evacuated from the ride in 10 minutes, according to park officials.

Two were taken to a local hospital while two others were treated for minor injuries, five went to the park’s health center for evaluation and one declined treatment.

The incident remains under investigation.