Cracked Pillar Shuts Down North Carolina Roller Coaster
As if I needed another reason to NOT ride roller coasters. I am terrified of them… mostly because of my fear of heights and lack of control! But then I see stories like this… A North Carolina roller coaster is shut down after someone notices a crack in a support pillar.
The roller coaster, Fury 325, is a popular coaster at North Carolina’s Carowinds. A visitor to the park shared photos on social media. By Friday, there was video proof of the crack in a steel support pillar.
According to NPR, Carowinds released a statement saying their rides are inspected daily. Despite photos being taken earlier in the week, the ride was not shut down for inspection until Friday, June 30.
The North Carolina roller coaster, Fury 325, is described by the park as the “tallest, fastest, longest giga coaster in North America.” The coaster reaches a maximum height of 325 feet and reaches speeds up to 95 mph.
11 Essentials for Your Summer Road Trip
1) Roadside Safety Kit
Before you head out on a road trip, you want to give the ole jalopy a tune up and make sure you have kit to solve even the problems you didn’t know you could have. Then, buckle up and rest assured that if/when something goes astray you don’t have to wait hours for roadside assistance.
2) Air Freshener
No one thinks they smell bad, but when you’re cooped up in the car for an extended period of time with food and drink, there are bound to be smells and not every one of them will be pleasant. These Febreze air fresheners are the solution you’re looking for.
3) Seat Organizer
Whether your backseat passenger is 2, 22, or 92, this seat organizer is what every road tripper needs. Perfect for storing snacks, drinks, reading materials, and even a tablet at eye level to binge your favorite shows.
4) Baby Wipes
This one is a game-changer. Behold the magic of baby wipes. They’re perfect for a quick wash when you’re not feeling so fresh (which is apt to occur on a road trip). They clean up spills and sticky messes. They get marks off clothing and other fabrics. And, of course, you can use them if you stop for a pitstop and there is no toilet paper.
5) Cooler
One of the best things about going on a road trip is the snacks! This cooler is great to buckle into the middle seat (perfect between two toddlers, teens, or twenty-somethings) and pack with drinks, fruit, and other munchies to keep the trip rolling.
6) Infinity Pillow
Some people have no trouble falling asleep in the car, but if you’re like me it takes more than a seatbelt to hold my body in a position of comfort. This infinity pillow can be shaped in a way to make it work for you!
7) Road Atlas
I know you have Waze and Google Maps, but what happens when the satellite is on the fritz or when you don’t have service? You’ve got to pull out the good ole trusty map!
8) 4 Port Portable USB 2.0 Hub
If you have a car full of passengers, everyone needs to be charged. This hub will keep your devices running, making everyone happier.
9) Portable Utensils
There’s nothing worse than pulling away from the drive-thru window, merging back into traffic, and then realizing you don’t have any utensils. This set is a must have for every car, whether you’re road-tripping or commuting to and from work.
10) Quick Drying, Lightweight Mat
This handy-dandy mat folds up small enough to keep in your glove box but unfolds large enough to host a family picnic at a rest stop along your journey. And can double as a blanket if you’re arguing over the a/c.
11) Snacks!
More than two-thirds of Americans think snacks can make or break a road trip. This assortment is sure to please everyone in the car.
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