Cyclone breaks down; riders climb off using side ladder

Saturday, June 13, 2015
CONEY ISLAND (WABC) -- Coney Island's historic Cyclone roller coaster got stuck Saturday for the second time this year. Riders were stuck for about an hour.
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Eventually riders were taken off the ride, climbing down a side ladder. The first time the 88-year-old ride got stuck was on opening day back in March.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and everyone made it down safely. However, just what caused the malfunction remains a mystery.

Eyewitness News noticed operations staff putting some sort of coating on the track. The operations manager is still inside working to ensure that the coaster is safe.

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