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During a Fourth of July celebration at the Independence Day Carnival in Oak Harbor, Washington, a malfunctioning carnival ride left six people injured. The city officials closed the carnival after a spinning swing attraction tipped over, causing minor injuries to riders. Firefighters and paramedics treated the injured parties on-site before shutting down the carnival for the night. Concerns were raised on social media about the safety of residents, especially children, if a more intense ride had malfunctioned.

The Oak Harbor Police Chief stated that ensuring safety and well-being is a top priority, and they are committed to investigating the incident thoroughly to maintain high safety standards. Following the incident, all mechanical carnival rides were closed for the remainder of the holiday weekend, while non-mechanical rides and other events continued as planned.

A carnival-goer who witnessed the incident described her experience of helping those injured, expressing gratitude that the outcome was not more severe. The city, carnival vendors, and Chamber of Commerce are working together on an investigation to ensure future attractions are safe. The Chamber of Commerce is expected to provide updates on the investigation in the coming days. Mayor Ronnie Wright emphasized that safety is the top priority, and the decision to close the mechanical rides was made in consultation with law enforcement and city officials to protect the community.

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