Terrifying reports coming in from the state of Wisconsin have spoken about a mortifying event involving a roller coaster breaking down mid-air.
Sources from local media outlets were quick to add more details about how thrill seekers were stuck in an upside-down position for a staggering period of time as officials tried to figure out how exactly they could retrieve them safely.
Sources from local media outlets were quick to mention how the roller coaster malfunctioned and it left a lot of riders stuck upside down. Yes, they were hanging for a good three to four hours while the police and paramedics, and fire brigade stood guard.
From kids to adults, screams were heard from a far distance and some people just did not know what to make of this. If tragedy had a face, this would be it, added another. Moreover, onlookers were so mortified by the incident and how the officials would allow such a major default to go unnoticed.
But it was not only one roller coaster ride that malfunctioned but a total of eight. Hence, all of the rides were stopped mid-air and people were literally hanging upside down.
Officials started to yell on loudspeakers and instructed the riders to remain calm as there was no need to panic and work was being done on a timely basis to assure them of a safe retrieval.
The incident arose yesterday at the famous Forest Country Festival in Wisconsin. This was supposed to be an event that people were looking forward to but it had them dreading it by the end of it.
While most of the people dangling happened to be adults, nine children were also present. And it’s all thanks to the Fire Department who did a great job at not only rescuing them but ensuring they remained alert and calm throughout the whole experience.