23 Injured After 360° Ride Collapses Mid-Air at Saudi Amusement Park
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Summary: The "360 Degrees" ride at Green Mountain Park in Taif collapsed due to a mechanical malfunction, injuring 23 riders, three of whom are in serious condition.
The ride, which was supposed to spin people upside down at a substantial height, snapped during operation, causing the platform to plummet forcefully to the ground. Visitors were horrified as the structure collapsed with a loud crack, sparking panic throughout the park.
Ambulances and medics were deployed to the scene as quickly as possible. A Code Yellow was activated to deal with the large number of victims. Several people were treated on the scene, while others were sent to local hospitals for immediate medical assistance.
The incident is under scanner, with initial suspicion pointing to material degradation or poor maintenance. The park is kept shut temporarily, with pending safety inspections of all rides.
This unfortunate event prompts us to reconsider the safety standards for amusement rides in the region, especially as Saudi Arabia fiercely enhances its entertainment and tourism sectors through the bold Vision 2030 initiative.
So far, there has been no official comment from the amusement park operators or the General Entertainment Authority. The public response on social media has been immediate, with many demanding stronger rules and more frequent safety inspections.
