Six Flags closes some coasters nationwide after Georgia roller coaster death

A local news story from Pennsylvania, reported by WTAE Pittsburgh.

Local News · Pennsylvania · October 13, 2026

From WTAE Pittsburgh

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 WTAE Pittsburgh, October 13, 2026.

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