At least 30 people were injured at a German music festival after a ferris wheel caught fire on Saturday evening. The incident occurred during rapper Ski Aggu’s set at the Highfield festival in the town of Grosspösna.
According to reports, four people suffered burns and another was injured from a fall after the gondolas on the ferris wheel caught fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The festival organizers immediately stopped the performance and evacuated the area. Emergency services arrived at the scene and treated the injured individuals. Some were taken to nearby hospitals for further treatment.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic and frightening, with people screaming and running for safety. The ferris wheel was quickly engulfed in flames, causing panic among festival-goers.
The Highfield festival, which takes place annually, features a lineup of popular German and international artists. This year’s lineup included acts such as The Killers, Twenty One Pilots, and Billie Eilish.
The festival organizers released a statement expressing their shock and sadness over the incident. They also thanked the emergency services for their quick response and assistance.
The local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire and have assured the public that all necessary safety measures were in place at the festival.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of amusement rides at festivals and events. The Highfield festival has been running for over 20 years without any major incidents, making this incident even more shocking.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured in this unfortunate incident. We hope for a speedy recovery for all those affected.
