December 23rd 2024.
A young boy named Alexander Edgerton is currently in the hospital, fighting for his life after a frightening incident at a Christmas light show in Orlando, Florida. The seven-year-old was struck by a drone that was part of the show at Lake Eola Park on Saturday evening. It was a terrifying moment as multiple drones collided and fell into the crowd, causing chaos and confusion.
According to the Federal Aviation Administration, who is currently investigating the incident, the drones that were part of the light show suddenly began falling from the sky, some even plunging into the nearby lake. A video of the incident captured the chaos that ensued around 6:30pm. Alexander's mother, Adriana Edgerton, shared that her family was watching the show when the unexpected happened. Alexander was struck in the chest and lip, leaving him seriously injured.
The horrified mother shared, "Everyone's natural instinct was to duck and scatter, and before we knew it, my daughter found my son on the ground unconscious, with blood coming out of his face." She expressed her shock and sadness, especially since it was only three days before Christmas and her son had to spend it in the hospital.
Alexander was the only person injured at the show, according to the Orlando Fire Department. He is currently in the ICU, and his family has set up a GoFundMe page to help with medical expenses. His mother shared that he will be spending Christmas in the hospital, and she is devastated by the turn of events.
Adriana also took to Facebook to express her frustration and disappointment with the city government of Orlando and the company behind the light show, Sky Elements Drones. She wrote, "City of Orlando Government and Sky Elements Drones really have some explaining to do. They will be held accountable for what was done to my son. I pray he makes it out of this!"
Sky Elements Drones released a statement, expressing their concern for those affected by the incident and their commitment to finding out the cause of the accident. They are working closely with the FAA and the city to understand what happened. They also mentioned that their top priority is the safety of their audience and they regret any inconvenience caused.
The company also emphasized that they adhere to all safety regulations set by the FAA and that their shows are enjoyed by millions of people every year. The FAA also explained that drone shows and aerial light displays are subject to their regulations and require special waivers to operate more than one drone at a time. They assured the public that they thoroughly review each application to ensure the safety of everyone involved.
In the aftermath of the incident, police were seen collecting drones as evidence. The investigation is still ongoing, and the public is urged to follow the FAA's updates on social media for the latest news. It is now possible to receive push alerts from The Agency, keeping readers informed about important updates. Sign up today to stay up to date with the latest news.
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