10 people rescued from stalled ferris wheel at Woodbine Centre

The Woodbine Centre Fantasy Fair near Highway 27 and Rexdale Boulevard. Photo credit: Woodbine Centre

By Meredith Bond

Posted April 11, 2024 3:37 pm.

Toronto Fire have rescued 10 people who were trapped on a stalled ferris wheel at Woodbine Centre Thursday afternoon.

Crews were called just after 2:30 p.m. to the shopping mall and fantasy fair near Rexdale Boulevard and Highway 27.

All 10 occupants were removed from the ride successfully.

No injuries have been reported.

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