Twenty-seven people rescued from rollercoaster
Twenty-seven people were rescued by firefighters after being stranded on a rollercoaster at Pleasurewood Hills theme park for three hours. The incident was reportedly caused by a power cut that affected multiple rides.
Why it matters
The event highlights safety protocols in the amusement industry and the logistical challenges of emergency rescues at height.
Firefighters have rescued 27 people who were stuck on a rollercoaster for up to three hours.
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the Wipeout ride at Pleasurewood Hills in Lowestoft at 13:36 BST.
An eyewitness described what appeared to be a power cut affecting multiple rides at the attraction, and video footage showed the moment the carriages came to a stop about 15m (49ft) in the air.
Pleasurewood Hills said it was "incredibly grateful for the way [the riders] handled" the situation and to their families for their "understanding and patience".
"We appreciate that being stuck on a ride is not something anyone expects when visiting us."
Image source, Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service Image caption, According to the Pleasurewood Hills website, Wipeout is its flagship rollercoaster and stands over 40m (131ft) tall
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