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Iron Shark Stall Rescues Eight Students, Inspection Pending

5/29/2026

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The Iron Shark coaster’s safety system stopped the train at the 100-foot lift, averting a drop.
After the ride stalled at 5:21 p.m. on May 28, 2026, firefighters rescued eight students by about 9 p.m., with Chief Mike Varela Jr. noting that a manlift malfunction forced use of Tower 1 engine.
Pleasure Pier COO Terry Turney confirmed the ascent malfunction and announced a thorough inspection before the coaster returns to service.

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Story summary

The Iron Shark coaster’s safety system stopped the train at the 100-foot lift, averting a drop.
After the ride stalled at 5:21 p.m. on May 28, 2026, firefighters rescued eight students by about 9 p.m., with Chief Mike Varela Jr. noting that a manlift malfunction forced use of Tower 1 engine.
Pleasure Pier COO Terry Turney confirmed the ascent malfunction and announced a thorough inspection before the coaster returns to service.