911 calls detail moments after young boy falls off roller coaster at Fun Spot Kissimmee
Panic and fear can be heard in the voices of 911 callers who first reported that a small child had fallen off a Central Florida roller coaster. It happened last week at Fun Spot in Kissimmee.
Panic and fear can be heard in the voices of 911 callers who first reported that a small child had fallen off a Central Florida roller coaster. It happened last week at Fun Spot in Kissimmee.
New ride inspection law triggers investigation after child falls off Florida coaster
A six-year-old boy remains hospitalized after falling off a roller coaster in Central Florida. It happened last week at Fun Spot in Kissimmee. Osceola County Fire Rescue said he fell off the "Galaxy Spin," which is temporarily closed. New legislation sparked by a tragedy at a different amusement park last just went into effect on July 1 that changed the standards for inspections, along with training requirements to operate rides.
A six-year-old boy remains hospitalized after falling off a roller coaster in Central Florida. It happened last week at Fun Spot in Kissimmee. Osceola County Fire Rescue said he fell off the "Galaxy Spin," which is temporarily closed. New legislation sparked by a tragedy at a different amusement park last just went into effect on July 1 that changed the standards for inspections, along with training requirements to operate rides.
2 children rushed to hospital after near drownings at Give Kids The World Village, officials say
Two children who nearly drowned are being treated at the hospital, according to the Kissimmee Fire Department.
Two children who nearly drowned are being treated at the hospital, according to the Kissimmee Fire Department.
Ride at Fun Spot's Kissimmee amusement park closed after young boy seriously hurt
The Galaxy Spin ride at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, remains closed after a boy was injured on the ride -- and possibly fell off of it.
The Galaxy Spin ride at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, remains closed after a boy was injured on the ride -- and possibly fell off of it.
Ride shut down after boy falls off it
A roller coaster at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, has been shut down after a boy was injured while riding it. Officials said the boy was found 20 feet beneath "The Galaxy Spin's" track and had 'traumatic injuries.' It's unclear exactly how the boy ended up off the ride, but the Osceola County Fire Rescue Department said it initially received a call reporting a boy had fallen off the ride.
A roller coaster at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, has been shut down after a boy was injured while riding it. Officials said the boy was found 20 feet beneath "The Galaxy Spin's" track and had 'traumatic injuries.' It's unclear exactly how the boy ended up off the ride, but the Osceola County Fire Rescue Department said it initially received a call reporting a boy had fallen off the ride.
Man arrested for stealing over $20,000 worth of gas from Florida RaceTrac, other locations: Officials
A man was arrested for allegedly stealing over $20,000 worth of gas from stores across Central Florida.
A man was arrested for allegedly stealing over $20,000 worth of gas from stores across Central Florida.
Florida hospital worker accused of inappropriately touching patient suffering stroke
A hospital worker is suspended as the Osceola County Sheriff's Office investigates him for inappropriately touching a woman who suffered a stroke.
A hospital worker is suspended as the Osceola County Sheriff's Office investigates him for inappropriately touching a woman who suffered a stroke.
Central Florida man turns $30 gas station trip into whopping $15 million with lottery win
A Central Florida man just claimed a $15 million prize after claiming a winning scratch-off ticket purchased at a gas station.
A Central Florida man just claimed a $15 million prize after claiming a winning scratch-off ticket purchased at a gas station.
Kissimmee firefighter union hoping to rally public's support ahead of next contract talks
The union representing firefighters in Kissimmee is hoping to get the public's support ahead of its next contract negotiation meeting.
The union representing firefighters in Kissimmee is hoping to get the public's support ahead of its next contract negotiation meeting.
Gaylord Palms brings Christmas classic to life with giant ice sculptures for return of 'ICE!'
'ICE!' is returning to Gaylord Palms Resort in 2023 with larger-than-life ice sculptures of "A Charlie Brown Christmas."
'ICE!' is returning to Gaylord Palms Resort in 2023 with larger-than-life ice sculptures of "A Charlie Brown Christmas."
Man at large after 1 person shot in face in Kissimmee hotel parking lot, deputies say
A suspect is at large after allegedly shooting another man in the face at a Kissimmee hotel.
A suspect is at large after allegedly shooting another man in the face at a Kissimmee hotel.
11 minutes: That's how long it takes Kissimmee firefighters to respond to emergencies - and they're concerned
The Kissimmee Union Firefighters, posting a message to social media saying there’s been a substantial call volume increase over the last 5 years. They’re also dealing with delayed emergency response times due to need for more resources.
The Kissimmee Union Firefighters, posting a message to social media saying there’s been a substantial call volume increase over the last 5 years. They’re also dealing with delayed emergency response times due to need for more resources.
Body found in Kissimmee pond, police say
A body was found inside a pond in Kissimmee on Thursday, police confirmed.
A body was found inside a pond in Kissimmee on Thursday, police confirmed.
Storms flip airplanes at Kissimmee airport
Strong storms brought winds strong down to flip at least three planes at Kissimmee airport, officials said. Two of the planes were not tied down when the storm came through, and a third was tied down, but the ropes broke.
Strong storms brought winds strong down to flip at least three planes at Kissimmee airport, officials said. Two of the planes were not tied down when the storm came through, and a third was tied down, but the ropes broke.
3 small planes flip over during severe storms in Kissimmee
Severe storms in Kissimmee Wednesday caused three small planes to flip
Severe storms in Kissimmee Wednesday caused three small planes to flip
Florida woman claims $5 Million on same scratch-off game as recent winner
On Thursday a Kissimmee woman won the top prize of $5 million on a scratch-off game, according to the Florida Lottery.
On Thursday a Kissimmee woman won the top prize of $5 million on a scratch-off game, according to the Florida Lottery.
Man who offered to babysit for Kissimmee-area families, accused of sexual battery on children
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office is searching for more victims after a Kissimmee man allegedly molested two young boys several times.
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office is searching for more victims after a Kissimmee man allegedly molested two young boys several times.
Former Disney World employee on bond for taking video up woman's dress arrested again
A former Walt Disney World employee who was out on bond after being arrested for taking a video up a guest's dress two months ago has been arrested again.
A former Walt Disney World employee who was out on bond after being arrested for taking a video up a guest's dress two months ago has been arrested again.
Man arrested in connection to downtown Kissimmee bar shooting
A man has been arrested in connection to a shooting at a bar in downtown Kissimmee on Sunday night, according to police.
A man has been arrested in connection to a shooting at a bar in downtown Kissimmee on Sunday night, according to police.
Missing 4-year-old girl found dead in Kissimmee pond, officials say
A missing 4-year-old girl was found dead in her family's backyard pond in Kissimmee on Monday, officials said.
A missing 4-year-old girl was found dead in her family's backyard pond in Kissimmee on Monday, officials said.