Wave pool malfunction triggers freak tsunami, injuring dozens

Dozens of people were injured at a water park in China after a wave pool malfunctioned and sent a tsunami-style wave crashing down on visitors.

Wave pool malfunction triggers freak tsunami, injuring dozens

Aug. 1, 201900:18

Video of the frightening moment showed the giant wave pummeling swimmers on inflatable rafts and sending water pouring over the sides of the pool.

Forty-four people were injured at the park in Longjing, in northern China, according to one report.

Officials said damaged electrical equipment caused the massive swell.