Bexhill High Wire Troupe Performer Injured During Circus Act
Woman Doing Well After Fall, According to Gravity Circus
Performer Was Part of High Wire Troupe from Columbia
A tightrope performer who fell from a high wire during a circus performance is doing well, according to Gravity Circus.
The woman, who was part of a High Wire Troupe act from Columbia, was injured during a performance in Bexhill, UK, on August 20, 2024.
She was taken to hospital after falling 5m (16ft) and is currently receiving treatment.
Gravity Circus has said that the performer is "doing well" and that they are "hopeful that she will make a full recovery."
The incident is being investigated by the Health and Safety Executive.
What Happened?
The performer was walking along a tightrope when she lost her balance and fell.
She landed on the safety net below the tightrope, but was still injured.
The audience was horrified by the incident, and many people rushed to help the performer.
Who Was the Performer?
The performer's name has not been released.
However, Gravity Circus has said that she is a member of a High Wire Troupe from Columbia.
The troupe has been performing at Gravity Circus for several weeks.
What is Gravity Circus?
Gravity Circus is a traveling circus that tours the UK.
The circus features a variety of acts, including acrobats, clowns, and tightrope walkers.
Gravity Circus has been in operation for over 20 years.
What is the Health and Safety Executive?
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is a UK government agency that is responsible for regulating health and safety in the workplace.
The HSE is investigating the incident to determine if any safety regulations were breached.
The HSE has the power to prosecute businesses that breach health and safety regulations.
