Wisconsin probes how 8 roller-coaster riders became trapped upside down for hours

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Investigation Launched as Roller-Coaster Riders in Wisconsin Trapped Upside Down for Hours

Authorities in Wisconsin are currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding an incident in which eight individuals were left trapped upside down on a roller coaster for an extended period of time, with some enduring the ordeal for over three hours. The incident occurred at a festival held at the Crandon International Offroad Raceway.

The roller coaster cars became stuck near the pinnacle of a loop at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. Upon arrival, rescue workers discovered the eight passengers suspended upside down by their safety harnesses. Utilizing ladder trucks, firefighters reached the stranded individuals, ensuring their security before releasing their over-the-shoulder safety bars, as reported by the Crandon Fire Department.

The operation to safely extricate all the passengers lasted nearly three and a half hours, resulting in one individual being transported to a hospital for further medical evaluation.

The Crandon Fire Department relayed that a ride operator indicated a mechanical failure occurred on the coaster, which had undergone a state inspection.

The responsibility for reviewing amusement park plans and inspecting rides in Wisconsin lies with the Department of Safety and Professional Services. In response to the incident, the department promptly initiated an investigation and dispatched an inspector to the scene in Crandon, a city situated approximately 1,700 residents northwest of Green Bay. John Beard, a spokesperson for the agency, stated in an email that they are currently investigating and could not provide any additional information regarding potential findings at this time.

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