A terrifying video has captured the moment patrons at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington were forced to walk down a steep rollercoaster drop after a power outage struck the amusement park. The incident occurred on Saturday when an external construction crew accidentally made contact with an underground power line, according to a Six Flags spokesperson speaking to The Independent.
Power Outage Strands Riders on Multiple Rides
The power failure left several rides inoperative, including the Titan, a giant rollercoaster that stands 245 feet tall. Videos taken at the park show riders of the Titan, described by Six Flags as “Texas’ sky-touching coaster,” climbing down steep steps in a single-file line to evacuate the attraction. In the footage, the wind can be seen blowing through the patrons as they grip the railing while descending the towering structure.
The Titan, which debuted in 2001, is marketed as the “biggest, baddest coaster in the park” and typically offers a ride lasting three minutes and 20 seconds. However, on Saturday, riders experienced an unplanned and harrowing exit.
Safe Evacuation and Compensation
A Six Flags spokesperson confirmed that all parkgoers were “safely escorted off rides and attractions” and were provided with a complimentary ticket for a return visit. It took approximately two hours to fully restore operations, with many rides reopening later that same day.
“On Sunday, the park resumed normal operations and opened as scheduled,” the spokesperson added. “The park looks forward to commencing daily operations this Thursday, May 21 and continuing its 65th anniversary celebrations.”
Park’s History and Upcoming Attractions
The Arlington amusement park is the original Six Flags location, celebrating 65 years of operation this year. To mark the milestone, a new ride called the Tormenta Rampaging Run is set to debut later in 2026. Six Flags promises it will be the “tallest, fastest and longest giga dive coaster in the world,” standing over 300 feet high with a record-breaking 95-degree drop.
