Welsh schoolgirl dies at Florida theme park

A 13-year-old girl from Cardiff has died during a family trip to Orlando, Florida. US officials said the teenager was found unresponsive in a swimming pool at Discovery Cove theme park in Orlando, Florida on Tuesday, May 28. Her name is Anna Beaumont.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office said she was taken to a hospital in critical condition, but died the next day. Discovery Cove released a statement about the incident to local media, which read: “Our staff responded to an emergency involving a guest yesterday (May 28).

“Our team provided treatment and contacted the Orange County Fire Department. When paramedics arrived, they took over treatment and transported the client to a nearby hospital. Out of respect for our clients' privacy , we are not providing any information on their health. Our thoughts are with this family.

Discovery Cove is a sister park to SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica Orlando. It allows visitors to interact with its animals, including swimming with dolphins. Join our WhatsApp news community here for the latest news

In a statement shared with the BBC, Andrew Williams, headteacher of Ms Beaumont's school, Radyr Comprehensive, said: “The very idea of ​​losing a child is an unimaginable journey and I know I speak for the entire school community when I say this. Our hearts go out to Anna's family as they try to come to terms with their loss.”

“Anna was a treasured member of our school family and her absence will be deeply felt by students, staff and all who had the privilege of knowing her.”

“His spirit, kindness and presence touched so many lives.” A Foreign Office official said: “We are in contact with the family following the death of a child in the United States and are providing consular support during this difficult time.”

A Foreign Office spokeswoman said: “We are in contact with the family following the death of a child in the United States and are providing consular support during this difficult time. »