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CBS News Texas Meteorologist Michael Autovino rides new Tormenta Rampaging Run coaster
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
Six Flags Over Texas' new record-breaking dive coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run, is scheduled to open on Thursday, July 9, park officials announced. But CBS News Texas Meteorologist Michael Autovino got the opportunity to ride it ahead of that date.
Key takeaway But CBS News Texas Meteorologist Michael Autovino got the opportunity to ride it ahead of that date.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The upcoming opening of Tormenta Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas is likely to draw thrill-seekers from across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Southlake residents. As a major employer and tourist destination in Tarrant County, the success of new attractions like this record-breaking dive coaster can have a significant impact on the local economy. With its scheduled opening on July 9, the coaster is poised to be a major draw during the peak summer season, potentially boosting attendance and revenue for the park. This, in turn, could have a positive effect on local businesses that cater to park visitors, such as hotels, restaurants, and shops. As the coaster prepares to open, Southlake residents and visitors alike will be watching to see if Tormenta Rampaging Run lives up to its promise as a world-class thrill ride.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Six Flags Over Texas' new record-breaking dive coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run, is scheduled to open on Thursday, July 9, park officials announced. But CBS News Texas Meteorologist Michael Autovino got the opportunity to ride it ahead of that date.
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