
Universal Studios Hollywood has pledged to erect another sound barrier around its latest attraction after local residents complained about the bloodcurdling screams from riders. In a meeting attended by at least 350 people yesterday, park execs also promised that Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift won’t operate between 8AM and 9AM for the rest of the year, Deadline reports.
Several mitigations have already been implemented into the ride – which opened on September 16th this year – including an existing sound barrier, designing the 72 mph rollercoaster to barely make a sound during operation, and even making the rider cars turn away from the re …