By Sharyn L. Decker
Lewis County Sirens news reporter
CHEHALIS – Five people were injured when a horse got spooked and took off running down the midway, pulling an unoccupied carriage, at the Southwest Washington Fair today.
“I don’t have conditions on anyone,” Lewis County Risk Manager Paulette Young said this afternoon.
The vendor with the horse and buggy was at the fair to give rides to people, according to Young.
Four of those hurt were hospitalized, she said. Young said she had limited information.
The individuals involved would have been at or around the food booth area, she said.
The fair which opened on Tuesday is operated by Lewis County.
Tags: By Sharyn L. Decker, news reporter
Look at the Peabody Effect. Sometimes it’s best to say nothing at all Sherman. Let’s pray that everyone involved gets better soon. This was a trajic accident. One would think the buggy would of had some type of brake, life is fragil and can drasticly change in the blink of an eye. I hope this incident doesn’t take away the Horse and buggy ride, I have enjoyed these simple pleasures myself at the fair. Changing protocall might be an option to prevent another accident in the future. Until then. Get Well Soon Everybody and Prayers.
I didn’t know how serious this was when I made my comment I apologize
Sherman wins the “Troll” award
I really appreciate the comment and concern that Rebecca sent.
This is very serious and is nothing to joke about.
I know the family and they are in my prayers.
Should probably call Governor Inslee and ban horses
Mr. Peabody did you pinch that horse’s behind so you could then demand a bait buggy?
I was working at the fair when it happened. I watched the little girl and he father get hit. I would just like to thank all the people that were fast to respond. One girl was holding the girl trying to calm her. I send my prayers.