Individual meets fatal end due to collisions sustained while enjoying a roller coaster ride at a highly visited American amusement park.
In a sobering turn of events, Universal Studios Orlando's newest park, Epic Universe, has been shrouded in controversy following an incident on the Stardust Racers coaster.
On June 3, a man in his 30s was found unresponsive after riding the dual-launch coaster, which reaches speeds of up to 62 mph (100 km/h). The man was rushed to a hospital and later pronounced dead. The medical examiner, Joshua Stephany, ruled the death an accident after performing an autopsy, but the autopsy did not provide details about the injuries, including their location on the body.
This unfortunate incident marks the first major incident at Epic Universe since its opening in May. The attraction remains closed while an investigation is ongoing. Universal Studios Orlando could not comment beyond its earlier statement about the incident due to the ongoing investigation.
However, this is not the first incident at Epic Universe. In May, a 63-year-old man with a preexisting condition experienced dizziness and an altered state of consciousness at the park. Similarly, a 47-year-old woman with a preexisting condition had a visual disturbance and numbness after going on the Stardust Racers coaster. Another 32-year-old man experienced chest pains after going on the Hiccup's Wing Gliders ride, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services.
Dennis Speigel, CEO of International Theme Park Services, expressed concern about the incidents, raising questions about the nature of the injuries and the cause of the accidents.
The incident is being fully cooperated with by Universal Studios Orlando and Orange County authorities. It's important to note that Florida's largest theme parks, such as Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, are exempt from state safety inspections.
The addition of Epic Universe brought the total number of parks at the Florida resort to four, including Universal Studios. Epic Universe is the first major, traditional theme park to open in Florida since 1999. The park also includes a 500-room hotel.
Universal Studios Orlando has expressed its condolences to the man's loved ones. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on ensuring the safety and well-being of all guests at the park.
In a broader context, it's worth noting that there were a dozen reports of incidents from Disney World, Universal, and SeaWorld Orlando in the second quarter of this year. This underscores the importance of ongoing vigilance and safety measures in the theme park industry.
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