Tragedy as Arizona boy, two, dies when bouncy castle is lifted into the air in strong winds as parents struggle with 'unimaginable grief'

A two-year-old boy has died in Arizona after a bouncy castle was lifted off the ground by high winds, according to local authorities.

Parents of Bodhi Naaf, named as Karl and Cristy, are 'grappling with unimaginable grief' following the incident - which took place near Casa Grande - a GoFundMe set up on their behalf has said.

Public donations have raised over $150,000 for Bodhi's parents Karl and Cristy since the 'tragic accident'. 

A statement from the Pinal County Sheriff's Office explained: 'Several children were playing in a bounce house when a strong gust of wind sent it airborne into the neighbouring lot.

'A two-year-old child was transported to the hospital where he passed away.'

Two-year-old Bodhi Naaf's death has left parents Karl and Cristy (seen with the toddler) in 'unimaginable grief' as they prepare to have their second child

Karl (right) works at the Phoenix Fire Department, who released a statement saying: 'We are all devastated by this tremendous loss of life. The fire service prides itself on being one big family'

They also shared a fundraiser for the couple which has raised over $150,000

The fundraiser, set up by 'dear friend' Ashley Al-Khouri, added that the couple are expecting a second child May 31, 'adding to their challenges'.

'This devastating loss has left Karl and Cristy grappling with unimaginable grief,' it continued.

'Amidst their sorrow, they face the daunting task of preparing for the arrival of their newborn.

'As a community, we want to offer our support and alleviate the financial burden that accompanies such tragedies.'

Reports added that a second child was also injured in the event and taken to hospital with injuries which were not considered life-threatening, with KPHO-TV saying that a girl had broken her arm.

Karl, the boy's father, works at the Phoenix Fire Department, who released a statement saying: 'We are all devastated by this tremendous loss of life. The fire service prides itself on being one big family.

'Our membership and our department are doing everything we can to support Karl and Cristy during this difficult time.'

A 2022 study by the University of Georgia found that there have been 28 deaths worldwide since 2000 in bounce house accidents caused by weather events, along with 479 injuries.

Arizona is one of 19 US states which regulate bouncy castles - requiring owners to undertake annual inspections and record any emergency calls, as well as insuring the inflatable structures.