"This American icon has captivated guests for nearly a century, and our dedicated team and attraction engineers continue to ensure that this legendary 97-year-old landmark continues to operate safely and smoothly," said Alessandro Zamperla, President and CEO of Central Amusement International, Inc.
As a matter of fact, the city was looking to demolish the ride in the 1970s, until an infusion of millions of dollars allowed the owners to restore and reopen the attraction.
This wasn't the first time that the Cyclone was in need of maintenance work. About a decade ago, in 2015, the Cyclone abruptly stopped working mid-ride, while guests were near its peak.
Although no one was injured, locals have been pretty worried about the safety status of the rollercoaster for years now.
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