July 4, 201313 yr The iconic Astro Tower has been observed as swaying much more than normal, causing all surrounding rides and businesses to close for the weekend, including much of the Boardwalk and the Cyclone roller coaster. It's swaying got to as much as 18 feet, putting it on the brink of collapse. Dismantling of the ride started today with the top of the iconic tower. http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/brooklyn/astro-tower-coming-coney-island-article-1.1389974?pgno=1 P.S. Happy rainy 4th!
July 4, 201313 yr Yikes...makes me imagine what would happen if Drop Tower @ Kings Island started swaying...would they shut down the entire park, or just the section near Drop Tower...
July 4, 201313 yr Luna Park to Reopen: http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news/local/new_york&id=9159838
July 4, 201313 yr Yikes...makes me imagine what would happen if Drop Tower @ Kings Island started swaying...would they shut down the entire park, or just the section near Drop Tower... I thought Drop Tower does sway? Just where it isn't noticeable. Steel flex that much I know.
July 4, 201313 yr And Luna Park just reopened. http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news/local/new_york&id=9159838
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