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9 hurt when state fair ride malfunctions; some hit fence railing
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 21, 2026
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Key points The incident involved the Wave Swinger ride, with some riders getting close to a fence and hitting a railing. A ride malfunction at the Tennessee State Fair resulted in injuries to nine people.
A ride malfunction at the Tennessee State Fair resulted in injuries to nine people. The incident involved the Wave Swinger ride, with some riders getting close to a fence and hitting a railing. Video footage of the incident is available, showing the riders' proximity to the fence.
Riders reported a chaotic scene, with people screaming and kids crying. Some riders' legs got caught in the railing, causing concern among parents.
Further details of the incident, including video and eyewitness accounts, are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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