FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Iconic florida roller coaster to close after 33 years - The Untold Story

• Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced that its Kumba roller coaster will take its final ride on August 2, after 33 years of operation.
• When it debuted in 1993, Kumba was Florida ’s tallest, fastest and longest coaster, featuring the world’s tallest vertical loop.
• The park plans to replace the iconic ride with a new attraction called Kumba’s Revenge, as part of a $100 million investment.
• Annual pass members will have an exclusive opportunity to ride Kumba one last time during a special event on August 1.
• Fans reacted with a mix of sadness over the loss of the classic ride and disappointment regarding the short notice for its closure.

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