A video captured from the Houston Stock Show and Rodeo showed several people stranded mid-air after a roller coaster malfunctioned in the middle of a ride.
Attendee Akil Strawder and his cousins were left suspended on the ride while his wife recorded the footage "in astonishment."
A spokesperson for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo told FOX News, “The Tango ride experienced a brief stop on March 21 while guests were on board due to a generator issue. The delay lasted approximately 2–3 minutes and was quickly resolved, allowing the ride to safely complete its cycle. No injuries were reported and the ride continued operating without further issues for the remainder of the Rodeo.”
The spokesperson added, “The safety of our guests at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is our top priority. Our longtime midway partner, Ray Cammack Shows, has been an industry leader since 1994 with a strong safety record. Each ride is permitted by the Texas Department of Insurance and inspected by third-party experts, including Coulter & Associates, prior to opening and through random checks during the event. In addition, Ray Cammack Shows conducts rigorous pre-event and daily inspections, led by trained supervisors certified through national safety organizations.”
The delay lasted approximately 2-3 minutes and was caused by a generator issue. Following the delay, the ride safely completed its cycle and no injuries were reported.
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