Source : Miami Herald
Two people were left injured and stranded 200 feet in the air after a “high-speed” zip lining accident in the U.S. Virgin Islands, officials say.
On Friday, Nov. 1, a 58-year-old and a 32-year-old, both of whom are U.S. citizens, were riding a zip line when “they sustained multiple injuries associated with a high-speed collision,” according to a news release from the Coast Guard.
They were riding at Carambola Zip Line, the Coast Guard said. Located in St. Croix, it’s touted as the “Virgin Islands’ Most Scenic Zip Line,” per the business’s website.
The Coast Guard was notified by rescue crews in St. Croix, and a complex rescue operation was launched. Due to the dense jungle surrounding the zip line platform, and with the riders being trapped 200 feet above the ground, the Coast Guard took to the air to save them.
“We are deeply concerned about the injury that occurred on our premises. Our thoughts are with the individuals, and we are hoping for their full recovery,” Carambola Zip Line said in a Nov. 2 Facebook post. “Our team took immediate action to provide assistance and contacted emergency services right away. Safety is at the core of our values, and we are conducting a thorough review of the incident to understand how it happened and to reinforce our commitment to a safe and fun experience for all.”
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