Emergency Response Confirmed: Over a Dozen Guests Trapped Hundreds of Feet in the Air After Roller Coaster Malfunction

Sixteen guests were trapped hundreds of feet in the air after a roller coaster malfunctioned, triggering an immediate emergency response.

When visiting their favorite theme park, getting stuck aboard a high-speed, hundred-feel-tall roller coaster is undoubtedly the last thing to cross guests’ minds. Unfortunately, over a dozen parkgoers recently faced this traumatizing situation at a popular theme park.

A roller coaster car filled with guests ascends a steep track against a blue sky with scattered clouds. The riders, secured with over-the-shoulder restraints, are seated in rows, appearing excited and braced for the upcoming drop. The structure is painted purple and yellow. — Credit: Janfusun Fancyworld

A report by Focus Taiwan stated that sixteen guests were trapped in mid-air at the Janfusun Fancyworld theme park in Yunlin County, Taiwan.

The theme park reportedly stated that some facilities stopped operating at around 1 p.m. on Friday due to an unstable power supply. This included the thrilling roller coaster Diving Machine G5, which left sixteen guests stuck 30 meters in mid-air.

Emergency crews responded to the theme park crisis immediately and reportedly rescued all guests within 15, according to a statement released by Janfusun Fancyworld. The statement added that, fortunately, no injuries resulted from the unexpected malfunction.

People are riding a roller coaster with blue and orange seats, tilted sideways against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The guests have their hands up, appearing thrilled, but you can tell they're momentarily trapped in the excitement of the ride. — Credit: Janfusun Fancyworld

The statement mentioned that the power supply was restored approximately five minutes after the incident and that operations returned to normal within 20 minutes. It added that theme park crews ran tests on all facilities to ensure their safe operation after the malfunction.

Janfusun Fancyworld emphasized that all rides, attractions, and facilities undergo regular inspections to ensure the safety of all guests and employees.

Unfortunately, these incidents are not uncommon in theme parks worldwide.

Pixar Pal-A-Round, Incredicoaster, and Lamplight Lounge at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure, taken from Paradise Gardens Park — Credit: Ed Aguila, Inside the Magic

Last month, 20 guests had to be rescued from the 120-foot-tall Incredicoaster at Disney California Adventure, triggering a temporary closure of the popular roller coaster. Fortunately, no injuries were reported following the rescue, and Incredicoaster resumed operations later that day.

Breakdowns are more common than one would like to think at Disneyland’s Incredicoaster. However, the thrilling attraction has also been shut down by guest behavior, as was the case for a young girl who forced an emergency stop before being escorted off the roller coaster.

The loop of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida at nighttime — Credit: Universal

Similarly, guests were stuck aboard Universal Orlando Resort’s Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. The incident was captured on camera and shared on X (formerly known as Twitter.)

Have you ever experienced a ride breakdown at your favorite theme park? Don’t hesitate to share it with our readers in the comments below!