Theme Park Accident Traps Riders 200 Feet in Air

A cable snapped on a theme park ride near St. Petersburg, Russia, stranding thrill-seekers 200 feet off the ground. Officials at the Divo Island amusement park said yesterday's hot weather may to be blame, as high temperatures can cause the metal cables to stretch or snap. The video below shows passengers on the "Rocket" ride dangling in the air.



User name: 1nvbg
Location: Near St. Petersburg, Russia
Date uploaded: July 15
Event date: July 15
Views: 193
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This video shows the ride in operation the day before the accident took place.


User name: Viktoria1303
Location: Near St. Petersburg, Russia
Date uploaded: July 14
Event date: July 14
Views: 874
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