[51][52] For 2023, Kings Island plans to add a new themed area called Adventure Port, replacing the area once known as Oktoberfest and adding two new family rides Sol Spin and Cargo Loco. During the pandemic Cedar Point placed pressure upon hiring staff to essentially hire whoever picked up the phone for an interview, even if it meant they had an incomplete background check. On August 26, 1986, one of the trains which two women were riding in collided into the other due to a computer malfunction which caused the train to not stop at its brakes near the station after completing its run. On June 16, 2009, a 39-year-old woman reported a head injury after riding on May 31. On September 16, 1987, during construction for the new water ride, a sewage pipe collapsed off its supports which trapped and killed a 49-year-old male construction worker underneath 2 feet of dirt inside a 10-foot trench for almost 25 minutes before his body was recovered. [10] Designed by legendary designer John C. Allen, who was convinced to come out of retirement, The Racer was the first of its kind in 35 years and played an integral part of the roller coaster renaissance of the 1970s. On August 13, 1986, a 32-year-old man leaped to his death from a curved, 9-foot-high (2.7m) restraining barrier on the tower's observation deck. [10][11] Decades later, it was distinguished as a Roller Coaster Landmark by American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) in recognition for its historical significance. On April 24, 2014, a 23-year-old worker had his foot crushed by a forklift during the construction of a new water slide complex attraction called Snake Pit. [7][8][9], Less than two years after breaking ground, Kings Island opened its gates to the public on April 29, 1972. On July 2, 2000, a 44-year-old woman riding. 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[6][7], Leading the way was Gary Wachs, son of Coney Island president Ralph Wachs, who with friends and family owned a majority of stock. I remember there being two different ones as the second death prompted Kings Island to remove lions from the ride. [32] In 1999, a two-year expansion initiative began with the area's renaming to Action Zone and the addition of two new attractions Drop Zone: Stunt Tower and Face/Off. On April 24, 1977, a malfunction due to a storm and high winds stranded 27 people on board the gondolas, 95 feet (29m) in the air. The ride passed inspection and resumed normal operation. The man was arrested by police, and the boy was rushed to a nearby hospital to treat life-threatening injuries. 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The boy later died at a local hospital after being removed from life support. The term incidents refers to major accidents, injuries, or deaths that occur at a park. > over in the last thread, hence why it was closed. On August 2, 2014, an 11-year-old boy was taken to a nearby hospital after suffering a concussion and a bloody nose on the ride. Twenty riders suffered minor injuries. He was standing adjacent to the track, searching for a guest's lost article. A launched roller coaster based on a chase sequence in the 2003 film. Nobody was injured and park officials temporarily shut down the ride the following day. One 9-year-old died and the other fell safely onto an emergency platform. On June 12, 2019, a strong gust of wind caused a train to stall and fail to return to the station. On August 18, 2019, a guest was taken to the hospital after injuring his hand while riding. On July 15, 1993, a 34-year-old mentally disabled woman suffered severe head and internal injuries after falling 15 to 20 feet (4.6 to 6.1m) from the spinning gondola ride to the ground. Like the last thread, here we go again with people posting bad information (i.e. [106] Also located here is the Kings Island Theater and a variety of restaurants and souvenir shops. [113] The ride was overhauled for the 1984 season when it became Smurf's Enchanted Voyage. A few deaths, injuries among millions of Kings Island visitors over 50 A spinning ride that features open-air, suspended passenger vehicles that will tilt vertically, sending riders to a maximum height of 60 feet (18m) at a maximum speed of 25mph (40km/h). Originally intended to be named Frontier Land, the area was eventually named Rivertown when it debuted with the park in 1972. The ride reopened at 1:40PM the same day. Brook Endale. On July 19, 1990, an 18-year-old park employee was severely injured and placed in intensive care after getting struck by the wheel housing of a passing car. Eight of the riders checked into a local hospital with non-critical injuries. The woman who lost her life at Kings Island was Candy Taylor and she was riding the Flight Commander.There was a thread about this a few years ago that has a lot of info.All of them are very tragic accidents. Incidents at Cedar Fair parks - Wikipedia No riders were injured, but six were taken to a local hospital for evaluation. [51] The year-round campground features 73 cottages, 164 RV lots, and a waterpark. He was treated at a nearby hospital. This is especially true for Ohios Butler and southern Warren counties, two of the most populous and fastest growing areas in the state. [101] The former Cedar Point employees who have been victims of sexual assault have created a support group to discuss amongst each other. [38], After receiving interest from a variety of potential suitors,[38] CBS announced the sale of Paramount Parks to Cedar Fair on June 30, 2006, for approximately $1.24 billion. [63][64], Area 72, formerly known as X-Base, is a themed area of Kings Island that debuted in July 2020 with the opening of Orion, a giga coaster that features a 300-foot (91m) drop. [74] The ride was housed within Action Theater located near The Racer's turnaround,[74] and it was later updated with different shows based on James Bond, SpongeBob, and other themes before its closure in 2013. Tickets purchased at the gate are $20 to $35 more. The rotation was immediately halted, and several of the passenger cars were severely damaged. In June 1989, a woman claimed that she injured her right ankle while riding on the Riptide Run water slide. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Safety mechanisms engaged, stopping the next train on the lift hill. On July 18, 1993, 15 passengers were injured when two trains collided on. For more than five decades, Kings Island has been the premier entertainment destination in the Midwest for literally millions of families seeking the best in rides, live entertainment, food and Cincinnati events, all in a magical amusement park setting. [90] Even former employees from the 1990s have been coming forward with their stories of sexual assault in the Cedar Point dorms. On June 7, 1987, five people were arrested for allegedly shooting two people inside. On October 14, 2001, twenty people were sent to the hospital after two trains collided during a rainy day. Another former employee by the name of Brittany Dunlap reported that she was fired after reporting that she was sexually assaulted by a co-worker. On September 5, 2016, around the time the park was closing, police were notified that a 22-year-old man allegedly shot a 14-year-old boy in the bus parking lot. [32], In 1997, a year after leaving Deerfield Township, the city of Mason annexed most of Kings Island. On July 30, 2001, the upper rotating portion of the ride separated from the stationary base, leading to a sudden collapse of the passenger ride wheel. This is in response to the person asking about deaths at Kings Island. After a, On July 16, 2002, a park spokesperson claimed that one of the employees left their vehicle nearby on an open path next to the coaster, which caused one of the trains to collide into it during a routine test run of, On July 26, 2003, a 34-year-old woman suffered a heart attack while riding the coaster. Her face struck the bottom and lost one of her teeth and also suffered back, neck and head injuries. The sad thing is that in the huge long thing that it is, there's also a lot of misinformation, rumors, and myths about things that never happened and it can be difficult to sort some of it out if you don't pay much attention. Site Map I guess we just needed to see it again. He suffered injuries to the foot and ankle, and his lower right leg was later amputated after infection set in. [89][90][91] The most recent cases from Cedar Park were reported on May 24, 2022 as well as July 28, 2022. Rivertown is an area within the park that features a western theme depicting a town with ranch-style buildings, old wooden signs, and one of the park's most iconic attractions, the Kings Island & Miami Valley Railroad. Nearby is an outdoor bar that serves alcoholic beverages, with a portion of its seating area located above water bordering Oktoberfest lake. On June 29, 1963, a 17-year-old boy suffered fractures to his wrists while riding the coaster. [35] On June 14, 2005, Viacom announced intentions to split into two companies (Viacom and CBS Corporation) with CBS inheriting Paramount Parks. The historic cemetery dates back to 1803. Jonathan Yanik of Ashland, Ky., is the last person involved in many lawsuits launched against Kings Island's owner, amusement park giant Cedar Fair, over an accident on the wooden roller coaster . Includes a covered bridge, a pond, a faux gas station, and several billboards that reference past Kings Island attractions. Adventure Express will receive theming enhancements, and food venues will be renovated and renamed. On August 5, 1989, a 39-year-old musician was killed in the employee parking lot when they were struck by lightning. On August 5, 2010, a chlorine leak at Soak City sent 26 people to the hospital. EB 210 JWO PENNSYLVANIA. A second boat pinned her underwater. First was Nickelodeon Splat City, followed by Nickelodeon Central and eventually Nickelodeon Universe. [177], On January 11, 2012, the amusement park and cemetery were featured on season 8, episode 1 of Ghost Hunters entitled Roller Ghoster. One of the park's most well-known attractions, The Racer, is often credited with reviving worldwide interest in roller coasters during the 1970s. On May 26, 2007, a train moving at 10mph (16km/h) hit a parked train, causing minor damage to both and injuring at least three passengers. What Cedar Point has said is that, "While we do not comment on specific personnel matters as we protect the privacy of our associates, we feel it is important to reiterate that every associate who feels unsafe in any way is welcome, without exception, to discuss with management. On July 16, 2022, police responded to numerous calls from park guests reporting gunshots from inside of the park. A family wooden roller coaster, formerly known as. [37][38] CBS CEO Leslie Moonves said that despite the health and profitability of its Paramount Parks business, it was "one that just doesn't fit our core strategy". 3 vehicle traffic collision. [19] Park executives favored the national exposure and additional revenue being generated by record-breaking, newsworthy events that kept the park at the forefront of the industry. California Highway Patrol CHP Traffic Accidents & Incidents Eyewitnesses claimed to see the girl lift the restraints. Oktoberfest, relating to the eponymous German festival, opened with the park in 1972. Wonderland's Director of Engineering denied the pond had an, On June 9, 2016, a transformer exploded nearby, causing a park-wide power outage. A circular flat ride on which vehicles attached to a central console bounce up and down. [79], Zodiac, described as a "spinning, climbing double ferris wheel",[75] debuted in 1975 as one of only two of its kind in the United States. [6][7] After years of research and traveling abroad, he presented ideas for a new theme park to the company's board of directors. 1971 - Construction on Kings Island continued. [6] It wasn't taken seriously until 1968 when actor Fess Parker announced plans to build a theme park in Northern Kentucky well within Coney Island's primary market that extended as far south as Louisville. Guests were stranded on multiple rides including Millennium Force in 90-degree heat, and it took up to two hours for power to be fully restored. 0:00. A wooden roller coaster that is 109.2 feet (33.3m) tall and 3,265 feet (995m) long with a top speed of 53mph (85km/h). 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On June 9, 1991, an intoxicated 32-year-old woman fell 60 feet (18m) from the ride and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. [132], In 2009, the park's first roller coaster from Bolliger & Mabillard, called Diamondback, opened in Rivertown. The ride was subsequently closed for alterations. View Comments. Orion accident - Kings Island - Kings Island Central Forums On July 9, 2021, police responded to a shooting located outside of the park. This was part of a network of other safari-style zoos also called Lion Country Safari. Owned and operated by Cedar Fair, the park first opened in 1972 by the Taft Broadcasting Company. 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Deaths At Kings Island - Kings Island History - Kings Island Central Forums http://www.ultimaterollercoaster.com/forums/cgi/forum1.cgi?read=179492, For reports and opinions on park/ride mishaps etc see book 245i at www.rollercoastermedialibrary.com. Sara Carruthers one of 22 Ohio House members censured for backing Iron Rose Mercantile opens expanded location in Middletown, Guide to local fish fry events: Butler, Preble and Warren counties, First Friday Concert Series event postponed due to weather, Who is C.F. On September 2, 2011, Kings Island announced a $10-million expansion of the water park for the 2012 season, as well as a plan to rename it Soak City. [9] Viacom entered the picture after acquiring Paramount in 1994, paving the way for the appearance of Nickelodeon themes. Kings Island, 1991: A 32-year-old Toledo woman fell from the ride called Flight Commander in June 1991 and died . mar 2 2023 3:01pm. On July 4, 2019, police were called near the entrance of the park where a woman was shot during the evening of the fireworks show. Good lord, today was not a good day for Kings Island. In a series of emails between the Police Chief for Sandusky PD, Jared Oliver, and the Police Chief for Cedar Point, Ron Gilson, it was shown that Gilson would not be speaking on anything unless it was directed by Cedar Point. The observation deck was enclosed after the incident to prevent future occurrences. Following this incident the ride was modified to include a bump at the bottom of its splashdown to prevent the boats from colliding. There were too many people riding down the slide and she was crushed to the side of the pool. The ride was later repaired and put back in operation about a week later. This list is not intended to be a comprehensive list of every such event, but only those that had a significant impact on the parks or park operations, or are otherwise significantly newsworthy. ), Diamondback queue nearly overflowing, 3+ hours for FoF, FLP line for FoF spilling under racer, now the Orion collision, and to top it all off, some rumors . On July 29, 2022, a train derailed while Guests were riding it. It became the first wooden hypercoaster - a height class of 200 feet . Schools whether they be public or private or post-secondary are often the centerpieces of communities. Illustrator from area has works on magazine covers, Ohio State Fair accident: Other serious events at fairs or on rides in Ohio. Timeline of Kings Island's History - KICentral The Bat opened to the public in 1981 as the first modern-day, suspended roller coaster featuring an overhead track with train cars that swung freely from side to side, meant to simulate the feeling of flight.
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