On the evening of Wednesday, July 30, 2025, a mechanical failure struck the popular “360 Degrees” ride at Green Mountain Park in Taif, Saudi Arabia. The ride’s central support pole snapped mid‑air, causing the platform and riders to plunge to the ground. Video footage shared on social media captured the moment the ride fractured as it gained speed, and parts recoiled violently across nearby visitors (People.com).
A total of 23 people were injured, including several children, with three individuals reported in critical condition (The Siasat Daily). Riders were secured in their seats but sustained injuries from both the fall and from being struck by debris from the broken structure (People.com).
Emergency responders quickly attended to the injured on-site and transported many to local hospitals. Multiple hospitals in Taif raised a Code Yellow alert to manage the surge of casualties (People.com).
Saudi authorities have initiated a formal investigation into the incident, and the amusement park has suspended operations pending a review. Under regulations by the General Entertainment Authority, rides must undergo monthly safety inspections—violations can result in fines up to SAR 500,000 or license suspension (The Siasat Daily).
