The Cyclone first opened back in 1927 and has undergone serious maintenance work in the past. In fact, the city had planned to scrap the ride in the 1970s, before it was restored and reopened for millions of dollars.
The Department of Buildings issued two violations: one for failing to maintain the ride and the second for not informing the city about the damage right away.
The Coney Island Cyclone is a 97-year-old rollercoaster that is meticulously maintained and tested daily. It is not uncommon to stop a ride and evacuate the ride if an issue arises for the safety of our guests.
Well, it hasn't all been in your head: the rollercoaster was shut off indefinitely over the weekend due to some well-founded safety concerns.
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