Alton Towers experienced a momentary evacuation today due to a small fire in the Forbidden Valley section of the theme park in Staffordshire, as confirmed by the park’s management. The fire occurred in an unoccupied toilet facility and was swiftly extinguished by staff before the arrival of fire services, who later verified the area as safe.
Following the incident, the affected zone was closed for approximately one hour before reopening, while the rest of the park operated normally. A park visitor expressed surprise at the evacuation, expressing hopes that the situation wasn’t serious.
There were reports of frustration from customers regarding the limited rides available at Alton Towers, with the Forbidden Valley section closed off to guests without clear communication from staff. Some visitors were disappointed with the lack of refunds or assistance from guest services.
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that there were no injuries resulting from the fire incident. The fire was contained in an electrical extractor fan within a toilet facility, causing damage to one toilet and resulting in another being smoke-logged. Firefighters ventilated the area and prevented the fire from spreading.
Alton Towers clarified that the evacuation was a precautionary measure in response to a small fire discovered in one of the toilet facilities in the Forbidden Valley area. The safety of guests and staff remains the top priority for the park management.
Despite the incident, the exact cause of the fire is yet to be officially determined by Alton Towers. Visitors have taken to social media to share their experiences, with some pointing out that the affected area was the Forbidden Valley.
A video shared by a visitor showcased people leaving the evacuated area of the park. Overall, the situation was swiftly handled, and the park resumed operations after the brief closure of the affected section.