Six Flags Theme Park Ride Shut Down Indefinitely After Terrifying Mid-Ride Incident
All Guests Evacuated
A Six Flags theme park closed a ride from the 1990s following a terrifying incident in which a cable snapped mid-ride, leading to all guests being evacuated.
Six Flags Theme Park Ride Shuts Down Indefinitely After Mid-Ride Scare
The summer night energy at Cedar Point was electric—coasters roaring, midway games buzzing, and thrill-seekers lining up for their next adrenaline rush. But for one group of guests, the evening took a startling turn. High above the park’s Midway, their ride suddenly stopped, leaving them suspended in the warm August air, looking down on a sea of curious faces.
Moments like this are rare but unforgettable. The ride in question—one of Cedar Point’s iconic skyline fixtures—became the center of a sudden hush across the park. It wasn’t long before maintenance crews stepped in, safely lowering the riders back to the ground. All walked away unharmed, but the incident quickly became the talk of the evening both in the park and online.
If you’re heading to Cedar Point in the coming weeks, you’ll want to know exactly what happened, why one of the park’s signature thrill rides is out of commission, and how to make the most of your day without it.
The Aug. 10 Incident Explained
Bryan Levin from the Ohio Department of Agriculture’s Division of Amusement Ride Safety & Fairs confirmed that a cable on the Power Tower ride detached around 8 p.m. Sunday night. The towering attraction—famous for sending riders rocketing skyward or plummeting in a freefall—immediately activated its safety systems, returning the ride vehicle to the loading platform for an orderly exit.
Cedar Point spokesman Tony Clark addressed the situation in a statement:
“The ride’s safety system performed as designed. All guests exited the ride safely. Safety is a top priority, and the ride will remain closed while we complete a thorough review and inspection.”
Opening in 1998, Power Tower features two distinct experiences: one tower launches guests at speeds near 50 mph, while the other drops them from more than 200 feet in the air. The attraction will stay closed until it passes a complete reinspection.
Making the Most of Your Visit Without Power Tower
While losing a headliner ride can sting for thrill-seekers, Cedar Point still has plenty to offer. To keep your day packed with action:
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Use the official app to check live wait times and mobile order food.
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Arrive early and hit crowd favorites like Steel Vengeance before lines grow.
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Visit midweek for lighter attendance and shorter queues.
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Stay at a Cedar Point hotel for Early Entry benefits—an hour can make all the difference.
Pro Tips Only Frequent Visitors Know
Longtime Cedar Point fans swear by a few strategic moves:
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Head for Maverick first by taking the Frontier Trail shortcut at park opening.
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Best sunset view? Skip Millennium Force and ride the Giant Wheel—it’s calmer and just as breathtaking.
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Frontier Town drink stations usually have shorter lines than the bustling Midway ones.
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Ride Steel Vengeance at night for a whole new level of thrills.
Why Fans Are Paying Attention
For many, Power Tower is more than a ride—it’s a part of Cedar Point’s identity. When something goes wrong, even without injuries, it sparks memories of past incidents like the 2014 Skyhawk cable snap. Social media quickly filled with firsthand accounts, photos, and speculation after this August mishap, keeping the story alive well beyond the Midway.
Park officials, along with the ride’s manufacturer, are now working to identify the exact cause and make the necessary repairs before welcoming guests back aboard.
