Thirty-two people on a ride at Six Flags America in Prince George’s County, Maryland, were rescued Saturday afternoon after a ride malfunctioned.

Prince George’s County Fire and Rescue said that the riders became stuck around 3:25 p.m. at the park in Bowie.

Shortly before 5 p.m., the fire department said that all riders were rescued safely from the ride.

A fire and rescue official said one person who was transported to a hospital was dealing with a medical issue “unrelated to the rescue.”

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Injuries to that person were said to be serious, but not life-threatening.

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