Over the weekend, a sudden power outage led to the evacuation of riders from one of the tallest roller coasters at Six Flags Over Texas. This incident occurred on the Titan roller coaster at the Arlington, Texas amusement park.
Riders were forced to carefully descend a steep staircase attached to the ride when the coaster halted mid-course. This event was captured on video and shared online, showing the dramatic evacuation.
The roller coaster, known as Titan, stands at approximately 245 feet tall and can reach speeds of up to 85 mph. Its stoppage was caused by an internal technical problem that affected power throughout the park.
Six Flags officials reported that the outage was due to an internal technical issue, according to Dallas-area station WFAA. The park was reopened on Sunday following the incident.
Despite a safe evacuation, the video sparked various reactions online. Some viewers expressed fear about the height from which passengers had to descend. Comments on social media reflected anxiety, with one user stating they would never ride a roller coaster again.
Concerns were raised about the safety of roller coasters. However, others defended the safety protocols at amusement parks, noting that such attractions undergo strict regulations.
The park-wide outage led to guest dissatisfaction, with reports of long waits and shutdowns of other rides throughout the day. A user pointed out, “Six Flags always has something happening,” highlighting frequent issues at the park.
The Titan roller coaster has been a hallmark attraction at Six Flags Over Texas since its opening in 2001. This isn’t the first time similar incidents have occurred; earlier this year, a power outage at Six Flags New England in Massachusetts prompted another evacuation.
During that incident, riders on Superman the Ride were guided down an elevated section of the track after the coaster failed to complete its cycle. Park officials assured that trained employees safely evacuated all guests and maintained communication during the process.
Fox News Digital sought comments from Six Flags Over Texas and reported further details on the park’s evacuation procedures.