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A couple at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City had to physically restrain a rider on a roller coaster after her seatbelt failed, prompting safety inspections.
New safety nets now cover the entire queue and exit areas for the Zootopia: Better Zoogether show at Disney's Animal Kingdom. The nets protect guests from potential falling debris from the Tree of Lif
A woman is suing SeaWorld Orlando after a duck allegedly struck her on the Mako roller coaster, knocking her unconscious. The lawsuit claims negligence and seeks over $50,000 in damages, alleging the
A severe thunderstorm warning is active for Walt Disney World Resort and surrounding areas until 5:45 PM EDT, Monday. The storm brings 60 mph winds and lightning, potentially impacting park operations
A man in his 60s died at Walt Disney World's Fort Wilderness Resort after a medical episode, marking the second death at a Disney property in Florida within a week. This follows the apparent suicide o
The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster at Universal Studios Florida stopped mid-ride, requiring the safe evacuation of all passengers. No injuries were reported.
A woman in her 60s died after a medical episode on Disneyland's Haunted Mansion ride. The incident occurred after the ride, with no operational issues found.
Florida's state agency sent an investigator to Universal Orlando after a roller coaster death, but is not conducting an independent probe due to a law exempting large theme parks from oversight.
Industry experts explain the multi-layered safety protocols for theme park rides, from design and testing to daily inspections, underscoring high safety standards.
A funeral was held in Kissimmee for Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, who died from blunt impact injuries after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster. His family remembers his love for theme parks and "
A woman is suing Universal Orlando Resort for permanent injuries on a new roller coaster at Epic Universe, following a fatal incident on the same ride.
The family of Kevin Zavala, 32, who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, demands the ride stay closed pending an investigation.
