Two People Rescued After Being Trapped on Bungee Ride

Sunday, August 14, 2022 at 4:37 PM

By Scott McCaulley @smcckc

Photo Courtesy Branson Professional Firefighters Local 152

People along part of W. 76 Country Music Blvd. Friday night got to witness a rescue operation by Branson Fire and Rescue.

According to a post on the Branson Professional Firefighters Local 152 Facebook Page, several units were called out to the attraction around 9:00 pm responding to a report of 2 people trapped 100 feet in the air on the ride.

Firefighters got an assist from Branson Crane in successfully rescuing the individuals from the ride. No injuries were reported and no cause was reported for the ride malfunction.

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