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Technical Fault Blamed for Funny-World Amusement Park Blaze

Criminal technicians plan to investigate the fire’s cause following an initial damage estimate of around €500,000.

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In einem australischen Freizeitpark müssen Besucher auf ihr Gewicht achten.
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Overview

  • Investigators say a mechanical defect in a Zirkuswelt ride sparked Saturday’s fire with no indication of arson
  • The ‘Goldminen-Express’ and ‘Bongo Bongo Trommel’ attractions, a waste-sorting station and a kiosk storage were damaged
  • Fire crews contained and extinguished the flames within an hour before visitor hours, preventing any injuries
  • Funny-World resumed operations Sunday at noon with over 50 attractions open but the Sky Diver cable cars remain closed for repairs
  • Offenburger police criminal technicians are scheduled to conduct on-site examinations Monday to pinpoint the precise origin of the blaze