Why Did Six Flags Close 9 Roller Coasters After the Goliath Death in Georgia?

Six Flags has temporarily closed nine roller coasters across six parks after a man died on the Goliath ride at Six Flags Over Georgia.

What happened in Georgia

A man died on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, and reports say he was struck by a falling mobile phone. The ride was closed after the incident while an investigation is carried out.

Which rides were closed

As a precaution, Six Flags temporarily closed nine roller coasters across six of its parks while the incident is investigated. Rides named in reports include:

• Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia
• Goliath at La Ronde in Montreal, Canada
• Georgia Scorcher, Twisted Cyclone and Dare Devil Dive at Six Flags Over Georgia
• Superman: Ultimate Flight at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey

Why La Ronde closed its Goliath

Montreal's La Ronde closed its own Goliath ride temporarily as a precaution, even though the fatal incident happened in Georgia. The park said the closure would allow safety protocols to be reviewed.

What happens next

The rides are expected to stay closed while the investigation continues. Six Flags has described the closures as temporary and precautionary.

Frequently asked questions

Why did Six Flags close nine roller coasters?

Six Flags temporarily closed nine roller coasters across six parks as a precaution after a man died on the Goliath ride at Six Flags Over Georgia.

Which rides were closed?

Rides named in reports include the Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia, the Goliath at La Ronde in Montreal, Georgia Scorcher, Twisted Cyclone and Dare Devil Dive in Georgia, and Superman: Ultimate Flight in New Jersey.

Did the fatal accident happen at La Ronde?

No. The fatal incident happened on the Goliath ride at Six Flags Over Georgia. La Ronde in Montreal closed its own Goliath ride temporarily as a precaution.

How did the man die in Georgia?

Reports say the man died after being struck by a falling mobile phone on the Goliath ride at Six Flags Over Georgia.

When will the rides reopen?

Six Flags has not given a reopening date. The rides are expected to stay closed while the investigation continues.