Crack on Carowinds rollercoaster: Expert analyzes potential causes

Carowinds' Fury 325 rollercoaster was shut down after a large crack was discovered in a support beam. Rollercoaster expert Gary Kilpatrick suggests that the crack could have been caused by issues with a welded area, a defect in the material, or fatigue stress from the ride. If left unnoticed, the crack could have led to a catastrophic failure. The builder of the ride, Bolliger & Mabillard, is likely responsible for the incident and repairs. The rollercoaster remains closed until further notice while inspections and repairs are conducted.