A tiger handler at a Gold Coast theme park was attacked by a big cat in her care, resulting in her being taken to the hospital with injuries to her arm. The incident occurred at Dreamworld on Monday at around 9am, with paramedics transporting the woman to Gold Coast University Hospital. Dreamworld confirmed the incident, stating that their immediate focus is on supporting the injured team member. The park described the incident as isolated and rare, and mentioned they would conduct a thorough review in response. The woman, who is in her 30s, is reportedly in stable condition.
It is unclear what led to the attack or the extent of the injuries sustained by the handler. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of handling big cats in captivity and has prompted discussions about the potential risks involved in working closely with such animals. Dreamworld has not provided any further details about the incident at this time.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by those who work with wild animals, even in controlled environments such as theme parks. It also highlights the importance of implementing strict safety measures and protocols to ensure the well-being of both the animals and their handlers. As more information becomes available, it is expected that further investigations will be conducted to determine the cause of the attack and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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