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12-year-old describes chaos on stalled Adventureland coaster: 'Snapping, crying, screaming'
By Amanda Hurley at FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A Friday night at an amusement park turned into a terrifying ordeal for several riders when a roller coaster malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island, leaving passengers stranded sideways in the air.
Why this matters in Frisco News
Frisco residents who enjoy visiting amusement parks may be concerned about the safety of roller coasters after a recent malfunction at Adventureland on Long Island. The incident, in which a coaster became stuck sideways in the air, is a reminder that even in well-maintained parks, mechanical failures can occur. While Frisco does not have any large amusement parks within its city limits, its proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area means that many residents may visit theme parks in the region, such as Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington. As the summer season approaches and families plan their vacations, local thrill-seekers will be watching to see how parks in the area respond to this incident and what measures they take to ensure rider safety on their own roller coasters. The Frisco community will be paying close attention to any developments that may impact their own recreational activities.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Friday night at an amusement park turned into a terrifying ordeal for several riders when a roller coaster malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island, leaving passengers stranded sideways in the air.
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