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A 49-year-old rider on the Batman Gotham City Escape coaster at Parque Warner Madrid sustained an open fracture in one leg and a closed fracture in the other, was airlifted to a nearby hospital, and the ride was halted and closed for review as authorities investigate; witnesses described panic among nearby guests.
Toluca Lake residents complain of nonstop screams from Universal Studios Hollywood's Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift during its soft-launch, prompting a plan to install two more sound barriers. Universal says testing complies with noise rules and will continue adjusting measures, with a community meeting planned as neighbors push for relief.
A summer travel feature highlights five anticipated roller coasters debuting this season across major parks, including the 309-foot Tormenta Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas, plus other high-speed, beyond-vertical experiences at Universal Studios and Legoland, alongside family‑friendly options for broader appeal.
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is set to open for the season on April 20, offering a new swinging pendulum ride called "Sky Striker" in the "County Fair" section. The park will initially operate on weekends before transitioning to daily operations in May. Construction for the new attraction is underway, and thrill seekers can also enjoy other notable coasters like MaxxForce and Raging Bull.
Theme Park Crazy released a video showcasing the most anticipated roller coasters set to debut in 2024, while a tragic roller coaster accident in Sweden resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. Additionally, a Disney World roller coaster is rumored to be re-themed to Muppets' Electric Mayhem, and the world's fastest roller coaster in Japan suspended operations after riders suffered serious injuries.
SeaWorld will be opening new attractions at its three parks in Spring 2024, including a family-friendly coaster called "Penguin Trek" at SeaWorld Orlando, an interactive jellyfish exhibit called "The Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience" at SeaWorld San Diego, and the world's first "launched flume coaster" called "Catapult Falls" at SeaWorld San Antonio. Annual Pass members will have an exclusive preview of the attractions, and a portion of the proceeds will go towards rescue and conservation work.