A ride broke apart mid-motion and injured 23 people in a Saudi amusement park. The accident happened on Wednesday in Taif, a city in southwest Saudi Arabia. As a result, families at the park faced sudden panic and fear.
The ride called “360 Degrees” snapped while spinning in the air. It fell from a tall height, throwing the riders down with full force. Many bystanders rushed to help while others filmed the shocking fall.
Several videos quickly went viral across social media. One video showed the entire round carousel break in half mid-ride. The ride crashed down, leaving injured people on the ground.
Al Arabiya, a Saudi-owned news channel, shared the full details. It confirmed, “23 injured, four of them seriously,” in its Thursday report. The footage drew public concern and called for better safety.
Authorities closed the amusement park soon after the crash. They launched an investigation to determine the cause of the ride’s failure. Al Arabiya confirmed the closure and the ongoing inquiry.
Saudi Arabia has been expanding its entertainment industry in recent years. Officials want to shift the economy away from oil dependence. For this reason, the country has built parks and launched new attractions.
One key project includes Qiddiya near Riyadh. Developers plan to turn it into an “entertainment city” with theme parks and a motorsports track. It remains one of the top investments in Saudi tourism.
This accident, however, has raised urgent safety concerns. People now question how ride inspections work and if safety rules are enough. Park operators may face tougher checks going forward.
Rescue teams reached the scene without delay and moved the injured to hospitals. Officials have not given updates on the four critical patients. Still, many expect stricter rules after the investigation ends.
Right now, the ride and the area around it remain sealed off. Engineers are inspecting the damage and testing the remaining parts. The government has yet to issue a full public statement.
However, the park closure signals that authorities are taking the matter seriously. People are waiting for more details from the final probe. Until then, many parks might review their safety systems.
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