Power Outage at American Dream Mall in N.J. Stops Amusement Rides in Their Tracks

American Dream debuts impressive new 3,000-seat theater and entertainment hub

American Dream has expanded its entertainment lineup with the recent opening of a new performing arts center and a 60,000-square-foot event venue.

Power outage at American Dream Mall in N.J. stops amusement rides in their tracks

The power went out at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, N.J. Monday afternoon, stopping some amusement rides in their tracks.

Power outage at American Dream mall, amusement rides evacuated

Parts of the American Dream lost power on Monday afternoon, causing rides at the amusement park to be evacuated.

American Dream expected to be fully operational Tuesday after power outage problems

American Dream expects power to be restored late Monday evening and be fully operational on Tuesday.

Localized Power Outage Shuts Down Rides and Water Park at American Dream

A power outage struck the American Dream entertainment and shopping complex in East Rutherford on Monday afternoon, forcing the closure of stores, restaurants, and major attractions while emergency crews helped visitors off stalled rides. The outage began around 3 p.m., according to NJ Today News, leaving large sections of the sprawling complex running on emergency lighting alone. The mall itself was not formally closed, but most retail tenants …

AMERICAN DREAM SHUTDOWN: Power Failure Shuts Down Rides at New Jersey’s American Dream Mall

A widespread power outage struck the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Monday afternoon, bringing amusement rides to an abrupt stop and forcing visitors to evacuate several attractions while crews worked to restore electricity. The outage began at approximately 3 p.m. Although the exact cause has not yet been determined, PSE&G said the disruption stemmed from “an issue with equipment internal to American Dream’s electrical system” and stated that crews are working to restore service. Mall officials said all guests were safely removed from the affected rides. Firefighters from the East Rutherford Fire Department assisted in evacuating several riders who had initially been stranded. One individual reportedly experienced difficulty breathing during the incident. In a statement, American Dream said, “Due to a localized power outage, some areas of the center are currently without power. We are working closely with the utility company to restore service as safely and quickly as possible.” Videos shared on social media showed a relatively orderly scene inside the mall, with shoppers walking through dimly lit corridors and visitors calmly waiting near the pool area after being instructed to exit the water. One witness said the largest crowd formed near customer service, where many people appeared to be seeking refunds. For many visitors, the unexpected outage turned an anticipated day of entertainment into a frustrating experience. One guest recalled that all the lights suddenly went out, followed by a “really loud noise,” after which the amusement rides immediately stopped operating. Tourist Tony Rodgers, who had traveled from Florida, expressed his disappointment, saying, “I go to the mall and there’s no power. Everything’s all blacked out. I’m like, there’s no way. I came all the way from Florida and today is the day there is no power.” Another visitor said, “We were waiting for a ride. We were about to get on when the power went out.” {Matzav.com}