CARRICKFERGUS: Major incident as fairground ride collapses

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A major incident has swung into action after a fairground ride has collapsed at Carrickfergus Harbour, where Planet Fun is currently situated.

There are multiple injuries, but none thought to be very serious initially.

Several NIFRS appliances and NIFRS Specialist Search units are attending, along with the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and PSNI.

Planet Fun have released the following: “Important update. Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances, Planet Fun will be closed tonight for the 7.30-10.30pm session. All tickets will automatically be refunded. Further updates will follow.”

No further info at this time.