By Federico Trabucci
08 Oct 2024, 19:55 PM EDT
Florida is on high alert for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm that brings with it winds of up to 155 mph.
With more than 50 counties under warning, Orange County, home of the Walt Disney World theme parks, is taking preventive measures to deal with the impact of the phenomenon.
The National Hurricane Center and its warnings
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued alerts for the entire region, indicating that Hurricane Milton will make landfall on Wednesday night with a force equivalent to category 3.
Given these projections, Disney World has adopted a series of precautions to guarantee the safety of its visitors and employees.
Disney: Which parks and attractions will close due to Hurricane Milton?
Walt Disney World has announced that park closures will begin Wednesday afternoon. According to the information published on their website, the closing times are as follows:
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Will close at 1:00 pm ET.
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Will close at 1:00 pm ET.
- Magic Kingdom: Will close at 2:00 pm ET.
- EPCOT: Will close at 2:00 pm ET.
- Disney Springs: Will close at 2:00 pm ET.
Importantly, theme parks are likely to remain closed on Thursday, October 10.
However, the company has signaled that it could consider reopening Disney Springs on Thursday afternoon, albeit with limited services and activities.
Operational adjustments due to Hurricane Milton
Disney has reported that it will continue to adjust its operations based on weather forecast updates.
“Looking ahead, we are making adjustments based on the latest weather forecasts and some areas with unique environments,” the managers explained.
This implies that decisions about reopenings and activities will depend on the security conditions in each area.
Information for visitors
Those who have purchased tickets or made reservations for the next few days should pay attention to official statements from Disney.
The company has also indicated that it will offer refund options or changes to ticket dates for those affected by the closures.
With Hurricane Milton advancing towards the coast, it is essential to follow the instructions of the authorities and stay informed about the reopening conditions of the parks.