Two roller coaster trains collided at a Legoland amusement park in the town of Günzberg, southern Germany on Thursday. At least 31 people were injured, local media reported. None of the injuries are said to be life-threatening.
At least one person was seriously injured but did not have life-threatening injuries, local media reported.
Adults and children were among those hurt on the “Fire Dragon” roller coaster., Police told outlets.
Following the incident, authorities launched a large-scale rescue operation, including three helicopters. People had to be carried down from a height of at least five meters (16 feet), according to local reports.
One carriage stopped in an incorrect spot, and a second carriage ran into the back of it. Nobody fell out of the carriage, nor did the carriages derail, DW news agency reported citing initial reports.
The cause of the collision was unclear, but police are reviewing video recordings, according to the outlet.
Park operators did not evacuate the park, and visitors reported no announcements being made to guests. The area was cordoned off, but the rest of the park continued to operate normally.
Journalists were blocked from the accident site, DPA news agency reported.
According to the park, the roller coaster travels at speeds of up to 29 kilometres per hour (18 miles per hour).
The park opened in 2002, and has 10 themed areas with more than 60 attractions and rides.
(With inputs from agencies)
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