Universal Studios to add sound barrier after noise complaints from Fast & Furious ride

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Universal Studios Hollywood will build an additional sound barrier around its new Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift rollercoaster. The decision follows complaints from local residents about noise from rider screams. The park made the commitment during a meeting with approximately 350 attendees yesterday. The ride, which opened on September 16th, will also not operate between 8AM and 9AM for the remainder of the year.

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