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Flames Engulf Gardaland Tower Near Raptor Coaster
1 Aug
Summary
- A fire broke out in a wooden tower near the Raptor roller coaster at Gardaland.
- No guests or employees were injured during the July 28 incident.
- The Raptor roller coaster reopened the afternoon after the fire.
On Tuesday, July 28, a significant fire occurred at Gardaland, Italy's largest theme park, creating a frightening scene for visitors. A wooden tower within the park's Far West-themed area, situated beneath the tracks of the Raptor roller coaster, became engulfed in flames and thick black smoke. Emergency services from Gardaland and nearby Bardolino responded quickly, bringing the fire under control.
Crucially, the incident resulted in no injuries to any guests or park employees. The Raptor roller coaster, known for its unique "wing" design, was temporarily closed as a precautionary measure while safety checks were conducted. The rest of the park remained operational during the fire-fighting efforts.
The Raptor roller coaster, which opened in 2011, was cleared after inspections and successfully reopened to the public on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 29. The cause of the fire was not immediately determined by authorities following the incident.
