IDB
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It was running as the main news story on BBC Look North this morning.
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Ride/Park Accidents
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Most parks don’t issue explanation of what’s gone wrong with an incident, particularly if there has been an element of negligence. But Dreamland’s communication does seem to be very lacking. They’ve not posted in their blog since January, they’ve not posted on their Twitter account since 2022, they’ve disabled their Facebook page… there doesn’t appear to be anything about the Scenic being closed on their website’s homepage, although there is a small note on the Scenic’s page.Another bit of news from Margate as the Scenic Railway appears to have experienced significant track damage:
(Image courtesy of the Looopings article linked below)
Kent Online article states the incident happened on 10 August:
Historic rollercoaster closed after gaping holes appear in tracks during ride
Britain's oldest rollercoaster was forced to close after gaping holes appeared in the tracks.www.kentonline.co.uk
Looopings article below if you fancy an alternate language read…!
Oudste achtbaan van Groot-Brittannië gesloten door zware beschadigingen
De oudste rollercoaster in het Verenigd Koninkrijk staat voorlopig stil. Het Engelse pretpark Dreamland Margate heeft houten achtbaan Scenic Railway...www.looopings.nl
You’d normally expect a bit more communication.
IDB
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On Sunday, 1 September 2024, at 6:05PM, Channel 5 invites viewers to tune in for the eye-opening documentary “When Theme Parks Go Horribly Wrong.” This compelling program takes a closer look at the darker side of theme park experiences, sharing true stories of fun days out that turned into absolute disasters.
Skyscraper
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Can almost guarantee it
Sazzle
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Lovely bit of hanging around at SeaWorld Australia on their suspended topspin…
BBC video with brief summary description
Umbrellas and water by cherry picker!
BBC video with brief summary description
Umbrellas and water by cherry picker!
pluk
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Very probably that. IIRC it happened Chessington in the early 00's and the local brigade had great fun with their convertible car maker giant scissors removing some restraints.
flyingguitar
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Someone has made a video of that scenic railway incident and it is quite intresting.
From: https://youtu.be/Ckt9epFbgLQ?si=CVpqXPwXw2jNC36-
From: https://youtu.be/Ckt9epFbgLQ?si=CVpqXPwXw2jNC36-
Shaggy_Dog_
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That’s so lucky that someone happened to be there riding in the front row filming a good clear POV on that particular run when the incident happened. What were the chances of that?
flyingguitar
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With the amount of people I have seen filming when they shouldn't probably not too insanely low.
I do wonder why people film it, I mean if it was a 360 camera I would at least understand wanting to catching your reaction, but all of them just use their phone and try to film straight and it will end in a shaky, noisy and awful video when there are better 4K version online and you don't have to risk your phone for it.
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Didn’t do a bad job on this one though!
Unbelievable that so much damage could be caused by what looks, at first glance, to be a relatively small piece of wood.
flyingguitar
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I meant the general public, considering it is 4K and stabilised I am assuming this is a more professional pov youtuber, probably with the appropriate straps and mounting.
Stuie
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The facebook page is active, with posts daily about events and the park opening.
Dreamland Margate
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Not really an accident, more incident on Blue Fire today which caused it to stall at a high location with guests. No injuries.
Source: Loopings (Dutch)
Translation from Dutch article:
A full train from launch roller coaster Blue Fire in Europa-Park is stuck in a strange place. Around 12.50 p.m. the coaster train came to a stop at the highest point of the track at the highest point: the first turn after launch, at 38 meters altitude. This element is in front of a major looping.
An unusual location: it is very exceptional that the vehicle is in balance at exactly this point. If the train had a little or less speed, gravity would do its job. The area around the attraction was closed to the public, so staff and emergency services could do their work undisturbed.
Employees of Europa-Park quickly pulled out an aerial work platform, with which the unfortunate occupants could be communicated. An evacuation at high altitude was ultimately not necessary: the train was moved backwards around 13.35 hours, towards the launch area. It was applauded by spectators.
Wind icing
The problem was caused by strong gusts of wind. On information screens, the German amusement park warned visitors before stormy weather. “Due to the current weather conditions and the strong winds, some attractions are currently closed,” there was to read.
A spokesperson said there was no dangerous situation. He speaks of a "extremely rare case." “Thanks to the extensive security measures of Europa-Park, the passengers were immediately accommodated and the train was safely returned to the station with the help of a crane,” explains the information officer. All those involved were "professionally taken care of" immediately after the incident. Everyone was unharmed.
Source: Loopings (Dutch)
Translation from Dutch article:
A full train from launch roller coaster Blue Fire in Europa-Park is stuck in a strange place. Around 12.50 p.m. the coaster train came to a stop at the highest point of the track at the highest point: the first turn after launch, at 38 meters altitude. This element is in front of a major looping.
An unusual location: it is very exceptional that the vehicle is in balance at exactly this point. If the train had a little or less speed, gravity would do its job. The area around the attraction was closed to the public, so staff and emergency services could do their work undisturbed.
Employees of Europa-Park quickly pulled out an aerial work platform, with which the unfortunate occupants could be communicated. An evacuation at high altitude was ultimately not necessary: the train was moved backwards around 13.35 hours, towards the launch area. It was applauded by spectators.
Wind icing
The problem was caused by strong gusts of wind. On information screens, the German amusement park warned visitors before stormy weather. “Due to the current weather conditions and the strong winds, some attractions are currently closed,” there was to read.
A spokesperson said there was no dangerous situation. He speaks of a "extremely rare case." “Thanks to the extensive security measures of Europa-Park, the passengers were immediately accommodated and the train was safely returned to the station with the help of a crane,” explains the information officer. All those involved were "professionally taken care of" immediately after the incident. Everyone was unharmed.