Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Pendulum Ride Malfunctions in Saudi Arabia, Injuring 23
Imagine a fun ride at a park that suddenly breaks while people are on it.
That happened in Saudi Arabia on a ride called '360 Big Pendulum.'
The main part of the ride snapped, sending the passengers down and injuring 23 people.
Videos of the accident are being shared online.
The governor of the region ordered the park closed.
Authorities will try to figure out what happened to prevent this from happening again.
A ride malfunction at Green Mountain Park in Taif, Saudi Arabia, injured 23 people.
The incident involved the '360 Big Pendulum' ride, which snapped mid-operation.
The central support pole of the pendulum broke, causing the passenger-filled carousel to crash.
Videos of the accident circulated on social media.
The governor of the region ordered the immediate closure of the resort.
- Who
- People riding the '360 Big Pendulum' ride.
- What
- The '360 Big Pendulum' ride malfunctioned and broke apart.
- When
- Wednesday evening
- Where
- Green Mountain Park in the Al Hada region of Taif, Saudi Arabia.
- Why
- Authorities are investigating the cause.
Safety
Investigation and Response
Safety Regulations
Safety
The incident may raise concerns about safety standards.
Investigation and Response
Authorities are investigating the cause of the malfunction.
- Location
- Green Mountain Park, Taif, Saudi Arabia
- Ride Name
- '360 Big Pendulum'
- Injured
- 23
- Incident Type
- Ride Malfunction
- Emergency Response
- Security and emergency services responded
- Investigation Status
- Underway
Sources
Video: Screams, Prayers As Saudi Amusement Park Ride Crashes On Camera
WATCH: Ride Snaps Into Two At Amusement Park In Saudi Arabia, Sends People Flying
Horror at amusement park: Ride snaps mid-air; hospitals declare Code Yellow watch viral video
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