5 Deadliest Theme Park Accidents in History
From New Jersey to Taiwan to Russia, amusement parks aren’t always amusing
When most people visit an amusement park, they expect a thrilling day of hedonistic fun filled with adrenaline and cotton candy. Others look forward to a mellow, relaxing time with family or friends.
But no one anticipates that their carefree day off will turn fatal.
Most people trust that all safety regulations will be followed to a tee, and therefore that rides will be completely safe. They don’t expect attractions to spontaneously burst into flames, fall apart, or randomly explode.
Yet that’s precisely what has happened at dozens of theme parks for as long as they’ve existed throughout the past century.
These are the five deadliest amusement park accidents in history.
The Transvaal Park Roof Disaster
After opening in 2002, Transvaal Park quickly garnered a reputation as one of the most beloved water parks in Moscow.
It was a water park with African theming, featuring a luxurious sauna, large heated pools, a twisting river for tubing, and a wave pool. Guests enjoyed its exotic decor and the refreshing escapism it allowed.
