From what I saw Wednesday it was cut at the very beginning of the helix, only the top section-supports and all. My guess is they are going to separate the helix from the structure then bulldoze it so as to not damage the entire structure. At least I hope that's what they are doing... But I don't know what has happened since then...
Visited the park today (8/8) to check up on the rattler and while riding Goliath I noticed a section of track off the helix has been removed. Also all of the signage for the entrance to the rattler is gone... Iron horse treatment starting?