Why did Wicked Twister shut down?

Late last year, Clark said Wicked Twister's removal was being done as “that area of the park is being prepared for future development.” Its ride structure was completely removed in early February and 1,000 pieces of the track were put up for sale – quickly selling out for $215 per piece.



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“Rachel suffered permanent and life-altering injuries as a result of being struck in the head by a dislodged flag plate while simply standing in line,” said Attorney James Murray, who represents Rachel Hawes, her husband and her father.

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The decision by Cedar Point comes a year after a small metal object flew off the 420-foot (128-meter) tall Top Thrill Dragster coaster and struck a woman in the head at the park in Sandusky. A state investigation found no evidence that the park acted illegally or had reason to believe the ride was unsafe.

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Earlier this year, Cedar Point confirmed their reimagined Top Thrill Dragster would open for the 2024 season while announcing in September the current ride experience was being retired after 19 seasons.

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Metal from a Cedar Point roller coaster flew into Rachel Hawes' head. She's disabled for life, suit says.

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A Michigan woman struck in the head by a metal bracket that fell off a roller coaster at an Ohio amusement park has sued the park and its parent company, alleging their negligence caused the accident that left her with traumatic brain injuries.

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Wicked Twister was announced on November 20, 2001. It opened on May 5, 2002. In 2003, Cedar Point added an extra two yellow supports on each spiked tower to attach the track to the top of the main structure. It was announced on August 6, 2021 that the ride had reached the end of its service life.

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Wicked Twister was announced on November 20, 2001. It opened on May 5, 2002. In 2003, Cedar Point added an extra two yellow supports on each spiked tower to attach the track to the top of the main structure. It was announced on August 6, 2021 that the ride had reached the end of its service life.

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Fans might be disappointed after Universal Orlando Resort closes a beloved attraction. Vacations for friends and family can take a lot of planning, and well not everything always goes as planned.

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Universal Orlando has announced the closure of one of its most popular attractions next month, disappointing Harry Potter fans of all ages.

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The Top Thrill 2 will make its debut during the summer season in 2024, replacing the Top Thrill Dragster which closed in August 2021. SANDUSKY, Ohio — Cedar Point on Tuesday unveiled its newest version of a fan-favorite ride — one that is said to be the world's tallest and fastest triple-launch “strata coaster.”

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A new video released by Cedar Point this week teases what's ahead for the amusement park's popular Top Thrill Dragster, three years after it was shut down after a park patron was severely injured by a piece of metal that fell from the ride.

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