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A large blue sign at the entrance of Cedar Point amusement park with the text "Welcome to Cedar Point" in white. Above the sign, people are experiencing an exhilarating roller coaster ride, soaring through the air with the blue track in clear view against a bright sky as PETA advocates nearby.

Cedar Point Ride Closes Indefinitely After Cable Breaks Mid-Ride, Prompting Swift Evacuation

By Emmanuel Detres
Wildcat's revenge inversion at Hersheypark theme park, where a theme park incident took place.

Police Investigation Decides Fate of 100+ Year Old Hersheypark After Child Dies

By Alessia Dunn
Image of Cedar Point amusement park with large roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, and a tall drop tower. The park is situated beside a body of water, with clear blue skies overhead. The vibrant rides and structures stand out against the green trees and open space.

Deadly Incident at Cedar Point Leaves Park and Community in Grief

By Emmanuel Detres 3 Comments
Candymonium roller coaster, one of the most popular theme park attractions at Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania, where a theme park incident took place.

Deadly Drowning at 119-Year-Old Theme Park Leaves Community Shaken

By Emmanuel Detres 1 Comment

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A large, carved pumpkin decoration with a shocked expression stands prominently in the foreground. In the background, people are seen sitting in a park-like setting within a theme park, surrounded by trees and additional pumpkin decorations. The scene appears festive at Kings Dominion.

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A man and a woman, both wearing wetsuits with yellow stripes, are swimming toward a waterfall with a rocky backdrop and lush greenery at a Florida Theme Park. Other people can be seen in the water and near the waterfall.

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A large Ferris wheel is illuminated against a dark sky, while thick black smoke billows from a fire at its base. The scene bursts into flames, appearing dramatic and chaotic, with 30 injured in the ensuing panic.

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A group of people are riding down parallel concrete slides on small blue sleds. The slides are set in a grassy area, and each rider appears to be enjoying the ride. Some riders have children sitting in front of them. The sky is overcast.

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An animated version of Mickey Mouse is seen on the right side of the image, with a slightly sad expression. In the background, there's a view of Cinderella's Castle at Disney World, framed by an archway and featuring distinct blue and gold spires. A scooter user can be seen enjoying their visit to the park.

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A young boy in a green shirt and a woman in a yellow shirt, both smiling and looking up, are enjoying a sunny day at an amusement park. They appear to be inside a colorful theme park ride, with blue, yellow, and orange elements around them.

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