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70-Year-Old Dies on Universal's Mummy Ride: Report Reveals Safety Concerns

1/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A 70-year-old woman died after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Orlando on 11/25/2025.
The Florida Department of Agriculture's quarterly report released January 15, 2026 notes the death.
The report lists eight other Universal cases and six at Disney World from October–December 2025.
Revenge of the Mummy has 21 incidents since its 2004 opening, including a prior death.
Universal has not commented on the death or ongoing ride-safety lawsuits.

History

Historical Context

Universal Orlando's Revenge of the Mummy ride opened on May 21, 2004, replacing the Kongfrontation attraction. Since then, it has recorded 21 safety incidents, raising concerns about amusement park safety regulations. This echoes the 1980s when the Consumer Product Safety Commission began enforcing stricter standards, highlighting ongoing scrutiny and potential regulatory changes in the amusement industry.

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Story summary

A 70-year-old woman died after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Orlando on 11/25/2025.
The Florida Department of Agriculture's quarterly report released January 15, 2026 notes the death.
The report lists eight other Universal cases and six at Disney World from October–December 2025.
Revenge of the Mummy has 21 incidents since its 2004 opening, including a prior death.
Universal has not commented on the death or ongoing ride-safety lawsuits.

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