KABC News 7 of Los Angeles reported that a stunt performer in the WaterWorld show at Universal Studios Hollywood has been hospitalized after an accident. Calls reported it as a drowning during Monday afternoon’s performance.

There was a full show and the incident was witnessed by guests.

KCAL CBS News reported that a flaming performer fell 30 feet into a water tank and did not resurface.

“We can confirm a performer with one of our long-standing show vendors was transported to the hospital during an afternoon performance and our thoughts are with him as he receives care,” a Universal Studios spokeswoman said in a statement provided to City News Service. “Details surrounding the event are being reviewed.”

The show was ended and guests were escorted out. In the video below, you can hear an announcement made that there is an emergency.

Universal Hollywood describes the WaterWorld show as an adventure that surges to life with jumping jet-skiers, perilous plunges, firefights, massive explosions, and an in-your-face plane crash.

This is a reminder that the performers in theme park stunt shows are working in controlled, but dangerous shows to entertain you and that accidents can still occur. I have the utmost respect for them and their craft.

My heart is with the performer, their family, friends, and fellow Team Members. I wish them the speediest of recoveries.

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