Another sad story related to these rides in Disney. A man died in one of their roller coasters.
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ORLANDO, Fla. - A 44-year-old man died after being pulled unresponsive from a Walt Disney World roller coaster Tuesday. ADVERTISEMENT Jeffery Chalmers Reeb, of Navarre, Fla., showed no visible signs of trauma, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said. Inspectors found the ride, Animal Kingdom's Expedition Everest, was working properly, but Disney kept it closed pending further review. Deputies said Reed appeared to be conscious 50 seconds before the ride ended, because his photograph was taken then. He was administered CPR by Reedy Creek Emergency Services and pronounced dead at Celebration Hospital. "We offer the family our deepest sympathies and will provide assistance to them during this difficult time," Disney said in a written statement. Everest debuted in 2006, simulating a runaway train ride through the Himalayas. Riders meet a giant animatronic yeti, traveling both forward and back to avoid the monster and the train tracks it mangled... |