23 Injured As 360 Degrees Ride Collapses At Taif Amusement Park In Saudi Arabia
Category: Accidents

🎢 Incident Overview

At least 23 people were injured, including three critically, when a ride known as “360 Degrees” collapsed mid‑operation at Green Mountain Park in Taif. Panic ensued as riders plunged to the ground, and emergency responders rushed victims to nearby hospitals.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

📍 Location & Ride Details

The accident occurred in the Al Hada district of Taif, a mountainous resort city in western Saudi Arabia, while the ride was loaded with visitors. Witnesses described the central pole snapping and the platform crashing.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

🚨 Injury Report & Response

  • A total of 23 people sustained injuries, three of them in critical condition.:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • First aid was administered at the scene, and victims were transported to local hospitals, with serious cases under intensive care.:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

📹 Eyewitness Accounts & Video Coverage

A viral video on social media shows the arm of the “360 Degrees” ride snapping, followed by screams as riders fell. Some bystanders were injured by the recoiling pole.:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

🔍 Investigation & Park Closure

Authorities ordered an immediate closure of the park pending investigation by municipal officials, the General Entertainment Authority, and security services to determine the cause and safety compliance.:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

✅ Safety Implications

This incident has heightened public concern over safety standards at amusement venues across Saudi Arabia, highlighting the need for stricter inspections and maintenance protocols.

 

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