On May 25, 2023, Thorpe Park in Surrey, UK, faced chaos as two of its major roller coasters, Hyperia and Colossus, broke down simultaneously during a heatwave, with temperatures reaching 33°C. Riders on Hyperia, known for its near-vertical drops and speeds of 80mph, were trapped approximately 200 feet in the air for around 30 minutes. Social media captured the moment, showing passengers waiting anxiously in their seats. A spokesperson for Thorpe Park clarified that the stoppages were brief and not related to the high temperatures, assuring that all guests were safely disembarked after the rides were brought back to their stations. The park highlighted that such stoppages are common in theme parks and emphasized that safety was never compromised. Additionally, Thorpe Park announced plans to replace the long-standing Amity Beach attraction with a new area called 'The Launchpad', designed as a recharge zone for guests between rides, set to open in 2026.