Person reported missing in fire sadly found dead. Swedish theme park Liseberg has announced that it will rebuild the Oceana water park following deadly fire.
Liseberg’s board of directors had a meeting with the crisis management team last week. The board was told during the meeting that the person reported missing, construction manager Patrik Gillholm, had been found dead.
“It is with great sorrow that the board has received the news that the fire most likely claimed Patrik Gillholm’s life,” said Kurt Eliasson, chairman of board. “The loss of life puts everything into perspective, and our thoughts go to Patrik’s family and close friends.”
“We have felt tremendous support from everyone involved. The love that the people of Gothenburg and all of Sweden have shown for the project and Liseberg during this difficult time has been invaluable,” Eliasson added.
Eliasson said the fire “will not stop the development of the destination Liseberg” as the park is “an important part of Gothenburg’s identity and this project is a crucial component in the recovery of the West Swedish tourism industry.”
The board unanimously agreed “to instruct Liseberg’s management to investigate and start planning for how a reconstruction can take place,” Eliasson added.
The blaze which occurred on the 12th February, 2024 consumed the new water park’s outdoor slides and other facilities under construction. At the time, one person was reported missing (now confirmed deceased) and 16others were injured.
Andreas Andersen, Chief Executive Officer of Liseberg, said the team was “shocked and deeply saddened, affected and shaken” by what had happened.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Patrick Gillholm. We send our best wishes to the Liseberg team.
H/T Blooloop
