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One dead after Six Flags rollercoaster incident; LADWP apology

Aerial footage shows a stuck coaster with riders being helped off at the park, while the Los Angeles water utility apologizes only for rebuilding delays.

On air: Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock on Late Night BBN
Published 10:01 PM ET, Monday, October 12, 2026

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First reported by BBC: “One dead and several hurt after rollercoaster incident at Six Flags”, with reporting from New York Post.
Covered on BBN on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 10:01 PM ET on Late Night BBN, by Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock.

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Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorHere is the latest.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorOne person is dead and several others are hurt after a rollercoaster incident at Six Flags, and aerial footage shows a stuck coaster with riders being helped off.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThe BBC reports that the park has not yet said what caused it, and there is no word on the condition of those hurt.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorIn other news, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power has apologized, but for delays in rebuilding after last year's fires, not for the empty reservoirs beforehand, according to the New York Post.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo the apology covers the paperwork and skips the water. Very on brand for a water department.

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