More roller coasters shut down as authorities investigate fatal fall at Georgia amusement park
Summary
Authorities are investigating the death of a man who fell from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Following the accident, 11 roller coasters with similar restraint systems have been temporarily closed at parks in the U.S. and Canada.Key Facts
- A 42-year-old man fell from the Goliath coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia and died.
- Police and state regulators are investigating the cause of the fall.
- Sea World Orlando and La Ronde in Montreal also closed some roller coasters as a safety precaution.
- Most closed coasters have the same manufacturer, Bolliger & Mabillard, and use similar "clamshell" restraint systems.
- Witnesses and riders reported concerns about the coaster restraints before the accident.
- The Georgia Goliath coaster lacks secondary safety restraints like seat belts.
- The coaster closures will likely continue until investigations explain the restraint failure.
- Roller coaster restraint systems are chosen based on ride speed and forces during the ride.
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