Category: Amusement Park Accidents

We expect a trip to the amusement park to be fun, entertaining, and memorable. When tragedy strikes in this fun and jovial atmosphere, it’s especially horrific. A recent example shows how catastrophic theme park accidents can be. The incident occurred on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Kings Island theme park

A Daytona Beach, Florida rollercoaster that derailed on June 14th, 2018 had been previously taken out of service due to improper maintenance. State inspectors noted rust and corrosion and a crack in the track approximately a month before the incident that left nine people hospitalized. The rollercoaster was reopened after

The State Legislature in Ohio is considering changes to protocols regarding the inspection of rides and other attractions at fairs. The proposed changes are in response to an incident on July 27th, 2017, when one person was killed and others suffered significant injuries after the arm of a ride called

When paying the entrance fee to attend an amusement park, most people would assume that some basic level of safety is guaranteed. Included in this assumption is the reasonable guess that all of the rides have been designed with safety in mind, by qualified professionals including engineers. Unfortunately, this is

It has only been a few months since the terrible accident at the Ohio State Fair, but already memories of that awful tragedy are beginning to fade. People are flocking back to amusement parks, State Fairs, and other places where thrill rides are offered. Many of these are static locations,

On July 24th, 2017, the Columbus Dispatch ran an article entitled “Rides will be ready despite set-up delays.” The article referenced recent flooding in the area, which made it impossible for the Ohio State Fair to begin deploying the various rides and attractions. The ride inspectors hurried around the grounds

Water parks can be a great way to cool down on a hot summer day. Offering slides, pools, and other attractions, water parks offer family fun as well as opportunities for teenagers and young adults to spend time with their friends. There are certain safety precautions most parents will take

It can only be described as a parent’s worst nightmare. A day of fun at an amusement park winds up affecting the rest of your life. Two recent amusement park accidents have reignited concern over just how safe these rides are. A 10-year-old boy was killed while riding on a

An August 13th incident at the theme park in Cedar Point, Ohio is drawing attention to the laxness of certain aspects of theme park security. A 45 year old male was struck and killed by an inverted coaster while retrieving his hat from under the ride. According to experts, the

One terrible day for California amusement parks underlines just how dangerous these locations can be. On June 12th, 2015th, three serious incidents made clear that amusement parks can be dangerous, not just for thrill-seekers but for park staff as well. The three incidents, all of which occurred in Santa Clara,