VIDEO: Dozens rescued from Ferris wheel on International Drive after power failure

Orange County Fire Rescue officials have released video footage of crews rescuing dozens of individuals who were stranded on a ride that lost power on International Drive this past weekend.

The new video shows crews working to save 62 riders who were stranded on The Wheel at ICON Park on Saturday, December 31 after the ride experienced a power failure.

The ride is currently closed for maintenance, according to ICON Park.

Crews responded to the attraction, which is located at 8401 International Drive, at around 9 p.m. after reports of a power failure and people being stranded on the ride.

Emergency personnel responding to The Wheel at ICON Park
Dozens of emergency personnel responded to aid in rescue efforts

Crews climbed the ride and cleared more than 20 pods containing 62 passengers. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident, according to authorities.

Crews rescue riders stranded on The Wheel at ICON Park on December 31
Orange County Fire Rescue crews rescued 62 riders from The Wheel at ICON Park after the ride malfunctioned due to a power failure

It is the second ride closure at the park over the past year. In October, park officials announced the permanent closure of Orlando Freefall due to the death of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson, who was killed after he fell to his death from the top of the ride on March 24, 2022.

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