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Dozens Rescued After Malfunction At Six Flags America In Largo Leaves Riders Stranded Dozens Rescued After Malfunction At Six Flags America In Largo Leaves Riders Stranded
Dozens Rescued After Malfunction At Six Flags America In Largo Leaves Riders Stranded Dozens of thrill-seekers got more than they bargained for after a ride malfunction left them stranded in the air at Six Flags America in Maryland. Prince George’s County Fire/EMS said technical rescue crews were called to the 13700 block of Central Avenue in Largo at 3:25 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16, for a report of riders stranded on a ride. In total, officials say that crews worked with park staff to safely evacuate 32 riders who were stuck on an undisclosed ride, resulting in one minor injury. “Patients (were) to be evaluated by EMS,” officials said. "One patient was transported with seri…

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by Zak Failla
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Six Flags America In Bowie Cutting Fright Fest In Final Season Before Permanent Closure Six Flags America In Bowie Cutting Fright Fest In Final Season Before Permanent Closure
Six Flags America In Bowie Cutting Fright Fest In Final Season Before Permanent Closure Maryland’s Six Flags America won’t be bringing back its wildly popular Fright Fest this year as the Bowie park heads into its final fall season before closing for good. Six Flags officials announced the change this week, saying the park will “focus on daytime fun” with its family-friendly Kids Boo Fest and thrill rides on weekends starting Saturday, Sept. 6 until the park closes in November.  “After much research and planning, we’ve made the strategic decision to modify our fall operating schedule,” Six Flags officials said. “This means that our spooky Fright Fest event will not return…

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by Zak Failla
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Six Flags America To Close: Here's What We Know Six Flags America To Close: Here's What We Know
Six Flags America To Close: Here's What We Know Maryland thrill-seekers, enjoy the ride while it lasts. Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor in Bowie are shutting down after the 2025 season, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation confirmed on Wednesday, May 1. The company said it plans to market the 500-acre property for redevelopment as part of a “portfolio optimization program,” ending decades of roller coasters, water slides, and family memories in Prince George’s County. “As part of our comprehensive review of our park portfolio, we have determined that Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor are not a strategic fit with the company’s…

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by Zak Failla