12-year-old hospitalized after becoming 'unresponsive' at Hurricane Harbor Splashtown

Six Flags released a statement saying the guest started experiencing seizure-like symptoms and became unresponsive. That's when a lifeguard jumped in to help and other first responders arrived.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- A 12-year-old was rushed to the hospital after being found unresponsive Saturday afternoon at Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, according to officials.

First responders said they received a call at about 1:30 p.m. about a drowning involving a child at the water park on North Freeway near East Louetta.

Six Flags released the following statement:

"A male guest began having seizure-like symptoms and became unresponsive. A lifeguard acted quickly and notified medical personnel, who treated the guest. The guest is being transported to a local hospital for further evaluation."

Officials confirmed to ABC13 that CPR was administered on the child and he did regain his breath.

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