Multiple people were injured on Wednesday at an amusement park in Branson, Missouri, after a section of the train ride derailed from the track.
What's Happening:
- According to a statement from the park, six guests and one employee were transported by an ambulance to get medical attention at Silver Dollar City theme park. There were no details on the injuries.
- "Onsite paramedics provided emergency care until first responders arrived," the park said.
- The Frisco Silver Dollar Line Steam Train is a 20-minute ride that will take guests through a scenic countryside interrupted by a theatrical stick-up by train robbers.
- The ride has been there since the park opened in 1962.
Statement From Silver Dollar City:
- Silver Dollar City confirms that earlier this evening, sections of the Frisco Silver Dollar Line Steam Train derailed from the track.
- Onsite paramedics provided emergency care until first responders arrived.
- Six guests and one employee have been transported by ambulance to nearby medical facilities.
- At this time, we are wholeheartedly focused on providing support for guests and team members in partnership with Stone County first responders.
- Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.