South African Bouncy Castle Incident: Children Injured in Terrifying Wind Gust

**Bouncy Castle Lifted by Wind, Injuring Children in South Africa** A terrifying incident occurred at a community event in South Africa on June 7, 2025, when a sudden gust of wind lifted a bouncy castle approximately 40 feet into the air with several children still inside. The event, captured on video by TVP World, shows the inflatable castle soaring through the air before falling to the ground. The footage is shocking, showing parents rushing to try and break the fall of the children. Two children were ejected from the bouncy castle during its airborne journey. One child sustained a fractured skull, while the other suffered a broken arm. Both children received medical treatment and were later released from the hospital. "It was terrifying," said one eyewitness, who asked to remain anonymous. "We all just watched in horror as the castle went up in the air. It was like something out of a movie." The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols at similar events. The video concludes by referencing a similar, more tragic incident which occurred in Australia in 2021, where six children were killed and three seriously injured. This highlights the importance of ensuring bouncy castles are properly secured and supervised. While the South African incident had a less devastating outcome, it serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers.