Shocked and Happy: Rescued Students from Texas Roller Coaster
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Eight students were rescued after being trapped for nearly four hours on the Iron Shark roller coaster at Pleasure Pier in Galveston, Texas. The incident occurred when the ride, which stands over 100 feet tall, experienced a mechanical failure during its initial ascent. Fire Chief Mike Varela confirmed that all students were safely evacuated and examined by medical personnel. While they were initially shocked, there was a visible sense of joy as they reached solid ground. The Houston Independent School District confirmed that some of its students were among those trapped. The ride's operator is investigating the cause of the malfunction.
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