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Closed coaster catches fire at Universal Studios

Fire crews contained a small blaze on the dismantling Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster with no injuries reported and cause still under investigation.

  • On October 10th, a small fire broke out at the demolition site of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios Florida, while the affected area remained off-limits as the park operated normally.
  • Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit permanently closed on August 18th, 2025 after 16 years, and demolition began immediately following the final rides on August 17th with major track sections dismantled within days.
  • Orlando Fire Department crews reported `working a small active fire on the tracks of a closed coaster.` as firefighters sprayed water and flames engulfed the coaster's lift hill, with fire crews on scene for over 30 minutes.
  • By midday the blaze was largely contained with hotspots remaining, officials reported no injuries and investigators will review footage and eyewitness accounts.
  • Fans are speculating about franchise-themed replacements including Ghostbusters, Back to the Future and The Fast and the Furious, while construction to implement changes had already begun at the site.
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Closed coaster catches fire at Universal Studios

The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit caught fire Oct. 10. It permanently close on Aug. 18 to make way for a new experience.

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Closed Universal Studios rollercoaster catches fire in Florida

The rollercoaster closed on Aug. 18 and is currently undergoing a demolition process.

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Laughing Place broke the news in on Friday, October 10, 2025.
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