September 13th 2024.
As the rollercoaster cars whizzed around the track, the wooden beams supporting the ride began to crumble away, leaving the passengers in shock. It was a terrifying experience for those on the ride at the Kent theme park, Dreamland Margate. To make matters even more intense, the Scenic Railway Ride is actually the oldest rollercoaster in the UK, adding an extra layer of concern for the riders.
Fortunately, Andre Bormans, a theme park enthusiast, was able to capture the incident on video and shared it with Kent Live. He explained that he was visiting Dreamland Margate with a group of fellow rollercoaster enthusiasts when the unexpected happened. While his friends had already taken a turn on the Scenic Railway, he decided to wait for a front-row seat to film the ride.
Everything seemed to be going as usual until the second lift, when Andre noticed something on the track. Suddenly, the train began to move sideways and brake excessively. As it rolled back, the damage to the track became apparent. Thankfully, the staff at the park quickly helped the passengers to safety and the ride has been closed since the incident on August 10th. Although everyone was safe, the riders could be heard speaking nervously as they realized the wooden slats supporting the ride had been damaged.
After the incident, Andre approached the staff and shared his video with them to assist in their investigation of what had happened. Despite the unexpected turn of events, Andre was able to continue enjoying the rest of his day at the park with his friends.
Unfortunately, this was not the first time a rollercoaster had experienced issues. Last year, a man spotted a large crack on a support pillar of the Fury 325 ride at Carowinds, while families continued to ride by. The video footage captured by Mr. Wagner showed just how close the crack was to the packed carriages flying past. The Fury 325 is one of the main attractions at Carowinds, standing tall at 325 feet and reaching speeds of up to 95 miles per hour during its three-minute ride.
Thankfully, park officials were able to close the ride for repairs before anyone was hurt. Despite these incidents, rollercoasters continue to be a popular and thrilling form of entertainment for many. As long as proper precautions and maintenance are taken, these rides can continue to provide excitement and joy for all who experience them.
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