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Cabin Detaches and Falls from Gyeongju World Ferris Wheel After Mid-Air Collision

On the morning of July 9, at approximately 11:20 a.m., an accident occurred at Gyeongju World when one cabin of the large Ferris wheel, known as Time Rider, derailed from its track and fell.

During the fall, the cabin collided with two other cabins, each carrying five passengers. It is reported that the five individuals received medical treatment at a hospital and have since returned home.

Fortunately, there were no passengers inside the cabin that fell, preventing a major tragedy.

Following the accident, Gyeongju World suspended the operation of the Ferris wheel to conduct inspections and has requested support from the manufacturer based in Switzerland.

Reported by Yang Hyun-yi | Video by Hong Jin-young | Graphics by Yook Do-hyun | Source: X (@happykuma999), Anonymous tip video, Gyeongju World website | Produced by SBS Digital News





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