Rollercoaster Roulette: When Safety Protocols Fall Short The recent power outage at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington was a routine exercise in emergency preparedness that turned into a harrowing experience for patrons instead.
The incident, which occurred when a construction crew's unintended encounter with an underground power line left the park without electricity, highlights the thin line between thrill and terror.
Patrons were forced to navigate a steep rollercoaster drop in single file lines after the power outage. Images of riders gripping railings as wind whips through their faces are disturbing.