US EditionFirefighters Seen Evacuating Passengers From Skyfari Ride at Southwick's Zoo
MENDON, MASSACHUSETTS, JUL 21 – Firefighters evacuated all 32 passengers after a mechanical brake issue stalled the Skyfari gondola, marking the second rescue in three years at Southwick's Zoo.
- On Monday, July 21, firefighters evacuated more than 30 passengers from the stalled Safari Sky Ride at Southwick's Zoo in Mendon, Massachusetts.
- The ride halted due to an unexpected issue with its internal mechanism, which prompted the zoo to contact the Mendon Fire Department as a precaution.
- About one-third of the 32 passengers had exited the ride before firefighters arrived to assist those still stranded approximately 30 feet up, suspended above the zoo enclosures.
- Zoo owner Betsey Brewer said the equipment is inspected extensively in Massachusetts and pledged free passes or refunds for affected guests while expressing gratitude for the fire department's prompt response.
- The Safari Sky Ride remains closed pending investigation, and the zoo reaffirmed its commitment to safety protocols following this and a similar 2022 incident involving an oil leak.
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