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Ferris Wheel Accident at Louisiana Festival Injures Two Girls

11/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On November 1, 2025, a Ferris wheel at the Harvest Festival in New Roads, Louisiana tipped and injured two girls under 13, prompting concerns about ride safety.
One girl was airlifted to a Baton Rouge hospital.
The Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal is investigating the incident.
All rides were closed for inspection.
The festival concluded on November 2, 2025.

History

Historical Context

The 1979 collapse of the Ferris wheel at the Indiana State Fair killed three and injured over 20, prompting the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to report around 1,000 annual amusement ride injuries. The recent tipping of a Ferris wheel in New Roads, Louisiana, revives these safety concerns, potentially leading to increased scrutiny of ride inspections and regulations nationwide.

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Story summary

On November 1, 2025, a Ferris wheel at the Harvest Festival in New Roads, Louisiana tipped and injured two girls under 13, prompting concerns about ride safety.
One girl was airlifted to a Baton Rouge hospital.
The Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal is investigating the incident.
All rides were closed for inspection.
The festival concluded on November 2, 2025.

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