Regarding theme parks like: 6flags, knotts etc....?

Question

Idk why I use to love these types of places, and especially their rides, but lately i've been feelibng kind of nervous. Summer is coming up, and I really do not feel like going to these places / rides. Part of it has to do with all the accidents of amusement rides that have been showing up on the news, and that one girl who lost her legs on some ride at 6flags. Am i being unreasonable? OR do you think it is perfectly normal / okay, for me not to want to go to these places anymore because of the media?

Answer 1

I think if you live in fear all your life, you are not going to enjoy much!  I say don't let your fear control you because that's when you stop enjoying life.

You probably have a MUCH greater chance of getting into a car accident...these incidents are so rare and there are thousands of rides that go on everyday.

Answer 2

It is understandable to be cautious about going to amusement parks, especially when you hear of an accident or death at one.  Amusement parks are supposed to be fun and the last thing you want is to get hurt.

I would say to go and have fun.  The risk is minimal. You get in a car and drive everyday...right?  That is a MUCH higher risk, to be honest.  

While there are some accidents that happen at parks, it is important to keep in mind that it is not always a malfunction on the rides that causes injury (especially when you hear of a reported death).  Some people have unknown or unmanaged medical conditions that can cause injury or death.  If someone gets on a roller coaster and has a heart attack...the Park in not being negligent.

Have fun in life...be smart about what you choose to do and you will enjoy life to its fullest.  And listen to your instincts.  If you are anywhere and get a "bad feeling", then just skip that activity.  There are more things to do to have a blast at Theme Parks than ride the rides!