Six Flags announced Monday it has temporarily closed nine similar hypercoasters across North America following a fatal incident on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia that killed one person and injured others.

The closures impact rides at six theme parks in the United States and Canada. The company stated that the safety of its guests and associates remains one of its highest priorities.

The affected roller coasters include Nitro at Six Flags Great Adventure, Raging Bull at Six Flags Great America, Behemoth and Leviathan at Canada's Wonderland, Goliath at Six Flags Magic Mountain, Fury 325 and Thunder Striker at Carowinds, and Orion and Diamondback at Kings Island. Some of these coasters are known to exceed 90 miles per hour and reach heights of over 300 feet.

The hypercoasters, defined by Six Flags as steel coasters over 200 feet tall that prioritize airtime and speed, are designed to provide moments of weightlessness. The incident at Six Flags Over Georgia occurred on Monday, prompting immediate safety reviews.

Most of the closed coasters were manufactured by Bolliger & Mabillard, a Swiss-based company that has designed attractions for numerous amusement parks globally since 1988. Bolliger & Mabillard confirmed it is actively investigating the incident and expressed its sadness, stating it will comment further once it has a clearer understanding of what transpired.

The Goliath coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain was manufactured by Giovanola, a now-defunct Swiss company. The Raging Bull, which opened in 1999, is the oldest of the closed rides, while Orion, which debuted in the summer of 2020, is the newest.

Fury 325 at Carowinds is noted as the longest, fastest, and tallest of the closed rides, reaching a top speed of 95 miles per hour and a peak height of 325 feet. The specific cause of the fatal incident on the Goliath ride in Georgia remains under investigation.

This measure highlights the company's commitment to addressing safety concerns promptly, especially after a critical incident. The temporary closure of these major attractions will likely impact park operations and visitor experiences across multiple locations.