Alton Towers Smiler park’s ride broke down leaving several visitors of the park stuck about 100ft high, stuck in the air.
The scene must have been terrifying or them but fortunately no one was hurt.
As per an eye witness who was waiting for the next round of the ride so that he can hop on to have some fun, the fun did not remain the same and they had to leave in fear.
According to him “The ride was stuck in the middle and people were hanging in it vertically. The ride defiantly appeared to be fun and we were waiting for our turn when the incident happened.
We were waiting and then the announcement started. They were constantly saying that due to some technical issues they are facing some troubles but are working on it. We waited for a bit then left using the staff exit.
I think there were a couple of dozen people on the ride and they were stuck in the air for 20 good minutes before the ride came down again. I am sure they must be terrified while they were in the air.”
Another visitor who was waiting for the ride start “I am glad I was not on the ride when it happened. I was terrified to see it. This is something no one expects but it happened. The staff worked on the problem quickly and got the people down.”
The ride was suspended for the day and was taken under maintenance but it will be back to ride tomorrow morning to give people the most needed fun.
This massive ride has 18 loops that are enough to give a thrill to anyone. So if you are planning to take the ride soon, do not hesitate because the staff has taken care of it and it is safe now.
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