Tiki Typhoon: Dangerous Ride Hidden Behind Illegal Screens

Belmont Park is hiding serious risks at the Tiki Typhoon ride behind a massive privacy barrier the public was never supposed to see.

Observers report the ride sits on a dangerously uneven slab with heavy support jacks propped on stacked wood, some piles reaching up to twelve inches high. No engineering certifications or safety documents are posted anywhere near the ride. Instead of fixing the dangers, Belmont threw up a giant screen to block the public’s view. This screen appears to violate their lease, which demands written City approval for any signs, banners, or anything else that obstructs visibility.

There is no proof the ride is properly certified or meets California safety standards. Until Belmont comes clean and shows public evidence, Tiki Typhoon remains a hidden threat spinning over unstable supports while City officials do nothing to protect Mission Beach families.