Six Flags passengers stranded 245 feet in air after power outage forces coaster evacuation
Passengers at Six Flags Over Texas were evacuated from the Titan roller coaster after a power outage left them stranded 245 feet in the air. The incident occurred during the weekend, prompting a response from park officials who described the outage as an internal technical problem. Although the evacuation was conducted safely, it raised concerns among some guests about the safety of roller coasters.
- ▪The Titan roller coaster is one of Six Flags Over Texas' signature attractions, standing 245 feet tall.
- ▪The power outage that caused the evacuation was described as an internal technical problem by Six Flags officials.
- ▪Video footage of the evacuation showed riders carefully descending a steep staircase attached to the coaster.
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US News Six Flags passengers stranded 245 feet in air after power outage forces coaster evacuation By Kelly McGreal, Fox News Published May 19, 2026, 9:19 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Originally Published by: Tyler Robinson's defense team fights to seal evidence Pirro doubles down on juvenile crime crackdown Canadian noncitizen accused of illegally voting in federal and state elections Guests at Six Flags Over Texas were seen evacuating one of the park’s tallest roller coasters after a power outage brought the ride to a sudden stop over the weekend. The guests were passengers on the Titan roller coaster at the Arlington, Texas, amusement park when the ride stopped mid-course on Saturday.
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