Woman Dies Of Apparent Asthma Attack At Enchanted Forest Water Safari

A Mattydale woman who suffered what is believed to be a severe asthma attack while at the Enchanted Forest Water Safari in Old Forge over the weekend has died.

The incident happened on Sunday afternoon.

Town of Webb Police say 23-year old Kailey Morrell had complained of breathing difficulties while she was walking up an incline to one of the water slides.

Authorities say Morrell managed to come down the water slide with a friend, but began having more breathing difficulties moments later.

Despite using her inhaler, Morrell collapsed and was found in cardiac arrest.

Lifeguards and EMT’s began CPR and a defibrillator was also used.

Despite the efforts, Morrell was unable to be revived.

The incident remains under investigation by Town of Webb Police, the Herkimer County Coroner’s Office and Albany Medical Center

An autopsy was scheduled to be performed today.

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