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Cedar Point’s Siren’s Curse Stalls Again Before Signature Tilt

Cedar Point is reviewing ride performance data after safety systems halted the coaster on July 22 to verify consistent operation

Cedar Point's newest thrill machine the Siren's Curse roller coaster opened for the media and coaster fans on Thursday, June 26.
Siren’s Curse at Cedar Point, Sandusky, Ohio.
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Overview

  • On July 22, Siren’s Curse stopped just before its 160-foot tilt element and riders were safely escorted off the coaster via evacuation stairs
  • This latest halt marks the fourth operational stoppage since the ride’s June 28 debut, following interruptions on opening day, July 2 and July 19
  • Park spokesman Tony Clark said the safety protocols functioned as designed during each incident and emphasized that no injuries have been reported
  • On July 19, a previous malfunction left passengers dangling at a 45-degree angle for about 20 minutes before the ride resumed its course
  • As North America’s first tilt coaster with 2,966 feet of track, two zero-gravity barrel rolls and a top speed of 58 mph, Siren’s Curse remains under close review by Cedar Point engineers