Six Flags closes some coasters nationwide after Georgia roller coaster death

A local news story from Florida, reported by WESH Orlando.

Local News · Florida · October 13, 2026

From WESH Orlando

Six Flags said it has temporarily closed nine rides across the country after a man died and several others were injured Monday in a roller coaster incident at an amusement park in Georgia.

Reported by WESH Orlando, October 13, 2026. Read the full story at WESH Orlando →

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