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Colorado investigates Copper Mountain coaster after woman’s injuries

8/29/2026

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Copper Mountain Resort in Colorado closed its Rocky Mountain Coaster after a Texas woman was ejected.
The ejection happened on Aug. 17, 2026 while the cart traveled 25 mph on a 5,800-ft track.
Victim Nicola Parker suffered a broken rib, punctured lungs, brain injury and required three surgeries.
Colorado’s Division of Oil & Public Safety is investigating and could fine or shut down coaster if violations are found.

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Copper Mountain Resort in Colorado closed its Rocky Mountain Coaster after a Texas woman was ejected.
The ejection happened on Aug. 17, 2026 while the cart traveled 25 mph on a 5,800-ft track.
Victim Nicola Parker suffered a broken rib, punctured lungs, brain injury and required three surgeries.
Colorado’s Division of Oil & Public Safety is investigating and could fine or shut down coaster if violations are found.