Six Flags hopes to open this weekend

By Alexis Stevens

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Despite being in an area hit hard by this week's flooding, Six Flags over Georgia officials are hopeful the park will be able to open this weekend.

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Phil Skinner, AJC On Tuesday, floodwaters from the Chattahoochee River covered much of Six Flags and one of its massive parking lots.

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Several rides at the theme park were partially submerged in water, but some of the water has receded, according to aerial photos. Employees at the park will continue the clean-up process this week and assess the condition of the rides and attractions, said Kendell Kelton, park spokeswoman.

"Obviously the safety of our guests is the number one priority," Kelton said Wednesday afternoon.

Earlier Wednesday, all lanes of I-20 — which runs alongside the park — reopened, meaning park-goers will have a way to get to Six Flags.

The entrance to the park and the ticket area was dry when an AJC reporter stopped by Wednesday. The reporter was not allowed on the park grounds.

This weekend is the last before the park hosts its annual Halloween festivities. Fright Fest is planned for every weekend in October.

"We still have all of our plans in place," Kelton said.