China's Disaster Simulation Centres Attract Young Tourists for Survival Training
A new trend in China sees young people paying around 899 yuan (approximately Rs 12,750) to experience simulated natural disasters like typhoons, floods, and heavy rain at the Lvxing Base in Hangzhou. Opened in September 2024, this immersive disaster simulation centre offers survival and rescue training, including family packages with wilderness and water rescue drills for children aged six to 14. The facility generates winds up to 165 km/h, with safety measures and instructors guiding participants. The trend raises debate over its educational value versus commercializing tragedy.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 35/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
ndtv broke this story on 18 Aug, 03:16 am. Other outlets followed.