HERSHEY, PA (CBS) - A 9-year-old child has died after an incident at The Boardwalk water park at Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on Thursday.

In a statement released by John Lawn, CEO of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, he said lifeguards immediately responded after noticing the child was in distress. He said they rescued the child and began performing “continuous, coordinated life-saving efforts.”

The child was then transported to Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead.

“Our hearts break for this child and the child’s family. We extend our deepest condolences for their loss. Out of respect for their privacy, we will not release any personal details at this time.” Lawn said. “The safety of our guests has always been our highest priority. In the c

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