Five children were injured when an inflatable castle at a local celebration was swept away by strong winds at the Salto del Caballo stadium’s training ground in Toledo. Emergency responders transported the youngsters to safety as the event unfolded, and one child remained under medical observation while the others were later discharged. The incident highlights how quickly a routine celebration can turn serious when weather conditions shift unexpectedly.
Preliminary reports from the 112 emergency service indicate that the mishap occurred around 8:37 PM on a Friday night at the venue hosting a family-friendly event. The area featured various attractions, including a bounce house that was toppled by gusty winds, resulting in injuries to five children who were present at the celebration. Local authorities and first responders arrived promptly to secure the scene and provide first aid before transporting the injured to medical facilities.
Among the injured, a 10-year-old was moved to Toledo University Hospital in a mobile intensive care unit for close monitoring. An 11-year-old was taken to the same hospital via a standard life support ambulance, while the remaining three children were accompanied to the hospital by their parents for assessment and care. The initial response prioritized stabilizing the most seriously affected child, ensuring rapid access to high-level pediatric care where needed.
Overnight, four of the five injured children were discharged from hospital care as their conditions stabilized. The 10-year-old remained under observation, with health officials indicating a possible discharge in the following hours after continued monitoring and evaluation. Official updates from the Castilla-La Mancha Health Service (Sescam) were shared with emergency agencies and corroborated by 112 communications, underscoring the ongoing assessment of the patient’s status as a precautionary measure.
Authorities from health services, alongside national and local police units in Toledo, responded to the scene to manage the incident, secure the area, and conduct a preliminary review of the event. 112 reported that responders coordinated among medical teams, law enforcement, and event organizers to ensure safety and provide clear directions for families and witnesses. The incident remains under investigation as officials assess the weather conditions and safety protocols in place at the time of the celebration, with a focus on preventing similar occurrences in future community events.