Carowinds Temporarily Shuts Two Coasters After Fatal Incident At Six Flags Over Georgia
Two roller coasters at Carowinds, Fury 325 and Thunder Striker, have been temporarily shut down following a fatal incident involving the Goliath rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, which resulted in one death and injuries.
Wilmington, NC, October 13, 2026 —
Two roller coasters at Carowinds, Fury 325 and Thunder Striker, have been temporarily shut down following an incident involving the Goliath rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia that resulted in one death and injuries.
The incident occurred at Six Flags Over Georgia, while the two temporarily closed rides are at Carowinds. The available information does not explain why Fury 325 and Thunder Striker were shut down or identify who made the decision. It also does not say when the closures began or how long they are expected to last.
The number of people injured in the Goliath incident, the circumstances surrounding the death and injuries, and the condition of those injured were not provided. No details were given about the ride’s operation, any investigation, or whether authorities or park officials have issued statements.
The closures are described as temporary, but no reopening date or further information about the status of either Carowinds coaster was provided. The available summary does not indicate that Fury 325 or Thunder Striker was involved in the incident at Six Flags Over Georgia; it identifies Goliath as the coaster involved.
As a result, the information establishes that the two Carowinds rides have been temporarily shut down after the fatal incident at the other park, but leaves key details about the closures and the incident unspecified. No additional explanation, inspection outcome or timeline was included in the information provided.
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