Can you share a specific horror story about Trimper's Rides?
Well, I heard that on one of Trimper's old - fashioned Ferris wheels, the cabins started swaying violently. It was a windy day, but the Ferris wheel wasn't supposed to be so unstable. Riders were screaming as they thought the cabins might break loose and fall from a great height. It was a terrifying experience for everyone involved. This incident really put a damper on the reputation of Trimper's rides for a while.
Sure. There was a story about a water ride at Trimper's. The boat started taking on water unexpectedly. People inside the boat panicked as the water level rose rapidly. They were trapped in there, fearing that the boat would sink completely and they'd be submerged in the cold, murky water of the ride.
There was a time when the power went out on a major ride at Trimper's. The ride was in the middle of its most intense part, like a high - speed loop on a roller coaster. Passengers were stuck in their seats, some upside down, in the pitch - black. They could hear strange creaking noises coming from the machinery, and they had no idea what was going on or how long they'd be stuck like that. It was a nightmare for them.
What are some horror stories from Trimper's Rides?
One horror story could be that the rides at Trimper's start malfunctioning while people are on them. For example, the roller coaster suddenly stops mid - ride, leaving passengers dangling high in the air, terrified and not knowing when they'll be rescued.
Can you share a specific 'Asperger's horror story'?
Sure. There was a boy with Asperger's in a new school. He was excited to talk about his special interest, which was dinosaurs. But when he started sharing facts during lunchtime, the other kids laughed at him and called him a 'nerd'. He didn't understand why they were being mean as he was just sharing something he loved. This made him very withdrawn and he started to dread going to school every day.
Can you share a specific Carousell horror story about selling?
Sure. There was a seller who sold a used laptop on Carousell. The buyer seemed very nice at first and asked a lot of questions. After the seller shipped the laptop, the buyer claimed it was damaged and demanded a refund. However, the seller knew the laptop was in perfect condition when shipped. The buyer then threatened to leave bad reviews if the refund wasn't given. It was a really difficult situation for the seller.
Can you share a specific Sturgis horror story about accommodation?
I heard about a biker who booked an Airbnb near Sturgis. The listing showed a clean and cozy place. But when he arrived, the place was a mess. There was garbage in the kitchen, and the bathroom was filthy. The host was unreachable, and he had to spend the first day of his Sturgis trip trying to clean up the place just so he could stay there.
Can you share a specific wwi horror story about a soldier?
There was a soldier who was caught in a gas attack. He watched as his friends started coughing up blood and choking. He managed to put on his gas mask in time but was then separated from his unit. As he wandered through the trenches, he came across a dying comrade who was begging for help but he couldn't do much. He was haunted by that moment for the rest of his life.
Can you share a specific WW2 horror story about civilians?
Yes. In Warsaw, Poland, during the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. The Nazis had confined Jews to a ghetto and then began to deport them to death camps. The Jews fought back, but the Nazis responded with extreme brutality. Civilians were massacred, and the ghetto was eventually razed to the ground. It was a dark chapter for the civilians there.
Can you share a specific ghetto horror story about housing?
There was this old tenement building in the ghetto. People there had to deal with broken staircases. A family on the third floor had an elderly member who couldn't climb the stairs easily. One day, the railing on the stairs broke completely. It was so dangerous that the family was constantly worried about the elderly person falling and getting seriously injured. And the landlord didn't care at all about fixing it.
Can you share a specific 'hospital horror story' about overcrowding?
In a big city hospital, overcrowding led to patients being put in hallways instead of proper rooms. There were not enough beds, so people were lying on gurneys in the corridors. This made it difficult for the nurses to monitor everyone properly. Also, it increased the risk of spreading diseases among the patients. It was a very distressing situation for everyone involved.
Can you share a specific women's prison horror story?
Sure. There was a case in a women's prison where the heating system broke down during winter. The inmates were freezing, but the prison authorities took a long time to fix it. Meanwhile, the women had to huddle together to keep warm. And some of the older inmates with health problems got sick because of the cold. It was a really tough situation for them all.
Can you share a specific 'Waldorf Horror Story'?
There is a 'Waldorf Horror Story' about a gardener who worked in the grounds of a Waldorf estate. One day while trimming the hedges, he saw a pair of glowing eyes peering at him from the bushes. As he moved closer to investigate, a gust of cold wind blew and the eyes disappeared. He later heard from an old - timer that there were rumors of a strange creature that haunted the gardens many years ago. Since then, he always felt a bit on edge while working there.