Riders on the DC Rivals Hypercoaster at Warner Bros Movie World on the Gold Coast became stranded mid-ride, with reports indicating they were stuck at least 10 meters above ground on an ascending section near a near-vertical drop.

The incident prompted hours-long stranded-ride conditions, triggering emergency responses to safely bring riders back to ground level, though specific rescue details aren’t outlined in the excerpt.

The ride halted on a Wednesday in warm conditions, around 30 degrees Celsius, and officials have not disclosed how many riders are stranded or the precise cause.

The incident is taking place at Warner Bros Movie World on the Gold Coast, adding to concerns about safety at large theme parks.

The Sydney Morning Herald first reported the incident with an initial timestamp in the early evening, followed by updates later the same night.

The article’s updates reflect ongoing coverage as more information becomes available, including revised times for publication and updates.

As a breaking-news situation, the report is expected to include statements from park officials or authorities as information is released.

Warner Bros Movie World has been contacted for comment, with additional updates anticipated.

This isn’t the first malfunction for the DC Rivals Hypercoaster, which previously stuck in January 2024 due to a scarf entangling a wheel and triggering safety systems.

The piece references a historical disaster at Dreamworld’s Thunder River Rapids ride, underscoring ongoing public concern about theme park safety.

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