Six Flags Great Adventure Many questions remain about the incident in which more than a dozen people were injured Thursday night on the popular roller coaster.
Six Flags has confirmed that several people reported experiencing back pain or minor injuries after riding the El Toro roller coaster. Thirteen people were evaluated at the park, five of whom were taken to a local medical facility for evaluation and treatment, according to park officials.
El Toro is currently closed for inspection and possible repairs.
This isn’t the first time Great Adventure has had to close its rides. The company was fined $5,000 last year after it had a partial derailment and failed to notify the state’s Department of Community Affairs.
All amusement parks, carnivals and festivals in New Jersey must follow strict state guidelines to be allowed to operate.
news 12 new jersey I saw some of these safety procedures firsthand at Jenkinson’s in Point Pleasant Beach, where the Pirate Plunge ride was sent out when thunder and lightning struck. Sent back immediately.
Lisa Lightbody, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Manager, said, “Safety is always a top priority for our guests and staff.
Lightbody says every incident at another amusement park, whether weather-related or mechanical, is a reminder of how important safety measures are.
“The maintenance department checks the rides every day. The state checks it before the season starts and they can stop by and check it any time during the season,” she says.
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs oversees carnival and amusement park safety and conducts annual inspections and pop-up checks. They need the vehicle to be certified and insured.
Regarding the Great Adventure Incident – Riders reported feeling like they hit a hole.