'Ultimate Guide to the wild waves theme park closure: 5 Shocking Updates You Missed'
* The park shuts its gates for the final time this Sunday, leaving thousands of season pass holders scrambling for refunds after a last-minute announcement on social media.
* Water slides, including the iconic 'Tsunami Drop,' are being auctioned off in a fire sale, with ride enthusiasts already placing bids for backyard installations.
* A leaked internal memo reveals the closure stems from a rare bacterial outbreak in the wave pool that forced a permanent shutdown of the main attraction last month.
* Fans are rallying online with a #SaveWildWaves campaign, but city officials have confirmed the land will be redeveloped into a luxury apartment complex by next spring.
* Employees are suing for unpaid wages after management abruptly canceled their final paychecks, sparking a class-action lawsuit that could delay the demolition.