8legs: Luang prabang, laos

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Two Americans, a father and his 15-year-old son, were stung by hundreds of wasps during a Laos zip-line ride and did not survive, according to officials and sources familiar with the incident.
An ER doctor said the son died within about 30 minutes of arrival at the Luang Prabang hospital and the father around three hours later, despite life-saving efforts.
Green Jungle Park expressed condolences and said it would cooperate with authorities as the investigation continues into the deadly insect attack at the end of the zip line.

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Park officials say the hornet attack was an unforeseeable and extraordinary natural occurrence at Green Jungle Park.
Park officials confirm no fault by Green Jungle Park following an official review of the incident.
Daniel Owen, 46, and his son Cooper, 15, were ziplining when they were stung by hundreds of hornets, according to the report.
Officials say Green Jungle Park has cooperated fully with local authorities and the U.S. Embassy.
The park says it has revised emergency procedures and evacuation plans for the zipline course.
Daniel Owen was the director of QSI International School of Haiphong, Vietnam.
The school posted a tribute to Dan Owen and his son on Facebook following the tragedy.
Park officials expressed condolences and emphasized ongoing support for the Owen family and community.
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