testtrack321 Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 If I was more a betting man I'd place it on electrical short that caught some decorations on fire. The black smoke would come from the burning props. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The SETGO Guys Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Update from the Universal Orlando FB page Ripsaw Falls at Islands of Adventure did catch fire tonight. Because of our team members' quick response, our guests were kept safe. We will keep you posted on when the ride will reopen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Update from the Universal Orlando FB pageRipsaw Falls at Islands of Adventure did catch fire tonight. Because of our team members' quick response, our guests were kept safe. We will keep you posted on when the ride will reopen. Well, at least it was confirmed that part of the ride did catch fire. There were some reports saying it was a "building next to the ride", etc, but I think we all could tell from those photos it looked like the actual ride, or one of the ride buildings. I do hope the damage wasn't too bad and they can get it open quickly. I do really like the ride! --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHILLERLC1 Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Was Chucky in the building? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiRubix Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 I learned the news from my cousin who posted it on her facebook then came here to see if it was picked up. and wouldn't you know know it here it is. Personally I take the blame on my cousin. She's known for having disaster follow her and her family whenever they take a vacation. last time they went to New Orleans and Katrina Happened. Now I see on her facebook status that just a few hours prior to riding Rip Saw Falls the fire erupted!!! this is something my cousins and I have a little inside joke about her but its just a huge coincidence that this could happen. not to mention right after her leaving New York after a couple of Days BAM 9/11 happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Of Spades Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 ^Was that supposed to be funny? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiRubix Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 ^Was that supposed to be funny? More like stating a huge coincidence because it was true with all the occurrences I have posted, Katrina, 9/11 all happened just after my cousin was there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttonman700 Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 from this footage http://www.wesh.com/news/26340546/detail.html we can see that inspectors are on the ride itself. There are a few other news casts I have found, they are too lame to post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Of Spades Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 ^Was that supposed to be funny? More like stating a huge coincidence because it was true with all the occurrences I have posted, Katrina, 9/11 all happened just after my cousin was there. And this is relevant or interesting...how? No need to reply, just...think about it. Anyway, hope the damage to the ride was minimal, and good to hear that everyone was okay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesdillaman Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 ^ I found it interesting...so I'm doing a little investigating. Is your sister connected with Al Qaeda... or tropical depressions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeoplemoverMatt Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Do people even read TPR's disclaimer anymore? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samisthabomb Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 ^Seriously! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chroniq Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 I decided to do a spur of the moment trip and I'll be at IOA tomorrow. I'll have good pictures up by tomorrow if someone doesn't beat me to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inukaza Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 I'll be going to to park tomorrow, I can give a update on damage or see what's going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The SETGO Guys Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Just got an update from the local new station! The fire was either sparked by a ride controller or an air conditioner. More Updates to come! Nothing has been determined yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 ^Was that supposed to be funny? More like stating a huge coincidence because it was true with all the occurrences I have posted, Katrina, 9/11 all happened just after my cousin was there. And this is relevant or interesting...how? No need to reply, just...think about it. Anyway, hope the damage to the ride was minimal, and good to hear that everyone was okay. Ace of Spades - No need to get on the poster's case for stating a coincidence, KaiRubix was not out of line as his original post was relevant to the thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Of Spades Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Eh, maybe I'm losing my marbles, but I just found that post to be incredibly...um...I wouldn't go as far as to call it pointless, but whatever, you guys seemed to derive more meaning out of it than I did. I'll leave my commentary in my own head from now on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delan Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Curse me kilts, this is serious. I thought it was just a few flames, but this is a hardcore fire. On a brighter note, mayhaps they'll be forced to fix the dilapidated animatronics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterGuy06 Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Not only did I ride the ride the night before the fire, I actually drove past IOA about 15 minutes or so before the fire started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
churchpunk Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 If I remember right, from the old Discovery Channel specials on the making of IOA, many of the buildings and themeing are carved out of a type of foam. One would think burning foam would most definitely cause a thick, dark smoke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BelizeIt Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 I really enjoyed this ride when I visited IOA. All that really matters is that the crew safely evacuated everyone, an nobody was injured. This is one of those 'Freak' occurences where the employees of the park have to Step Up and follow emergency procedures to the letter. Obviously that happened, so that's great for Universal! (Often during some type of accident/emergency, you hear how the crew 'panicked' and didn't act correctly) That didn't happen here. The crew must have done their job and got everyone off the ride safely. I'm sure Universal will reopen this attraction as soon as it's possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadster Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 ^^ you would be correct. I've witnessed foam buildings burning many a time and the thick black smoke is one of it's trademarks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
testtrack321 Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 If I remember right, from the old Discovery Channel specials on the making of IOA, many of the buildings and themeing are carved out of a type of foam. One would think burning foam would most definitely cause a thick, dark smoke. It's Touch Down Jesus all over again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Well, this doesn't sound so good. http://www.blooloop.com/ViewNews.aspx?ID=14205 Universal fire: Damage so extensive investigators unable to determine cause Fire damage to a Universal Orlando attraction is so extensive that arson investigators are unable to determine the cause of the blaze, authorities said this afternoon. But the Orlando Fire Department nonetheless said the fire, which erupted Saturday afternoon in the roof of Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls, "appears to be accidental." The investigation is still active. Universal has said that Ripsaw Falls will remain closed several weeks while it repairs the attraction and performs other seasonal maintenance. The fire, which produced thick, black smoke that could be soon all around Islands of Adventure, forced the resort to briefly close all of Toon Lagoon, one of six themed "islands" that make up the theme park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Clinksalot Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Well that sucks. Hopefully this is not the end of such an awesome attraction. I know they said several weeks, but I can't imagine them reopening this without assurances it won't happen again (ie: a cause). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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