"Carowinds Fury 325: Rollercoaster Crack Detected Days Before Closure"

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An investigation by North Carolina's Department of Labor revealed that a crack in Carowinds' Fury 325 roller coaster had been visible for at least a week before the ride was shut down. The park plans to replace the support column and conduct tests to ensure the safety and integrity of the roller coaster. The Department of Labor is still investigating how the crack occurred and why the ride remained open after the crack was visible. The park has not announced a reopening date for the ride.
- Carowinds Fury 325: Crack in ride visible 6 to 10 days before closure USA TODAY
- Carowinds Fury 325: Rollercoaster inspection process ongoing WCNC
- North Carolina Commissioner Of Labor Speaks On Large Crack On Carowinds' Fury 325 WCCB Charlotte
- Crack in NC roller coaster may have formed 6-10 days before closure WWAY NewsChannel 3
- Official says Carowinds coaster may have developed crack a week before it was noticed; theme park will not be fined KTLA Los Angeles
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