Alton Towers' Wicker Man rollercoaster closed due to smoke, requiring essential maintenance and evacuation.

Alton Towers' popular Wicker Man rollercoaster was forced to close after smoke was seen billowing from the ride structure. The park near Stoke-on-Trent closed the ride for "essential maintenance" after staff noticed grey smoke emanating from the wooden structure. A foreign object is believed to have sparked the fire, leading to an evacuation of the queue and the rollercoaster's closure until further notice.

July 26, 2024
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