Plentiful sunshine. Muggy. High around 85F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph..
Some clouds. Expect mist and reduced visibilities at times. Low 77F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph.
Updated: May 29, 2026 @ 3:55 am
May 29, 2026
Several riders appeared to be stranded Thursday evening at the top of the Shark Bite roller coaster at Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
Several riders appeared to be stranded Thursday evening at the top of the Shark Bite roller coaster at Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
GALVESTON
Several riders appeared to be stranded Thursday evening at the top of the Shark Bite roller coaster at Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
Witnesses reported the ride stopped near the crest of the track, leaving passengers suspended high above the pier and Gulf of Mexico.
It was not immediately clear what caused the ride to stop or how many people were affected. Emergency personnel and park staff appeared to be responding to the scene.
No injuries have been reported.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Corey Greineisen: corey.greineisen@galvnews.com; 409-683-5226
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