At least 33 people, including seven children, died in a fire that consumed the four-year-old amusement park that was built in temporary tin roof structures. The vast majority of bodies recovered at the site were charred beyond recognition and DNA samples were taken to identify the victims. The blaze was reportedly caused when welding work […]
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Oceana, Waterpark, Gothenburg, Sweden
A fire broke out at Liseberg’s new $10.6 million water park, which is under construction and was scheduled to open in the summer. One male park employee was killed and over a dozen people suffered slight injuries. Source
Read More...Yomis-Zauberwelt der Diamanten, Europa Park, Rust, Germany
A massive broke fire out at Germany’s largest theme park, completely destroying the Yomi’s Magic World of Diamonds attraction. The Alpenexpress Enzian Mack Rides powered roller coaster also sustained damage from the blaze. Source
Read More...Taitaishan Theme Park, Taiyuan City, Shanxi, China
At least 13 people died when a fire engulfed an exhibition hall of ice lantern and snow sculptures, while another 15 people were injured and taken to hospital in stable condition. Source
Read More...Pirates of Batavia, Europe Park, Rust, Germany
Seven firefighters were injured in efforts to put out a massive fire at Germany’s largest amusement park. The fire at Europa Park completely destroyed the Pirates of Batavia boat ride as well large sections as the surrounding Dutch and Scandinavian-themed areas. Some 25,000 people had to be evacuated from the park, but none suffered any […]
Read More...Marthasville Railroad, Six Flags Over Georgia, Austell, Georgia
The train ride’s engine caught fire injuring two park employees and a guest. The park said no guests were on the ride, but one who received an injury from the incident was treated at the park’s medical center and released. The employees were taken to a hospital as a precaution. Source
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