Passengers on the “Iron Shark” rollercoaster are rescued after being trapped at about 100 feet in the air for several hours, according to reports. The incident involves riders positioned at roughly a 90-degree angle, unable to leave their seats. Firefighters respond to the scene and use ladders to reach the passengers, then assist them to safety. Multiple accounts describe dramatic rescue efforts, with responders climbing up to the rollercoaster car area to extract or help the riders down.
Reports state there are eight passengers trapped. The situation continues for hours before the rescue is completed. The coverage centers on the visible efforts by emergency crews during the operation, highlighting the height of the rollercoaster and the difficulty of access at the steep angle.
Authorities’ statements on causes or safety checks are not included in the provided excerpts. The reports focus on the rescue process and the duration of time passengers remain stranded before firefighters remove them.
