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  • Disney World Parks Closing Early Tuesday Due to Hurricane Dorian

    Disney World Parks Closing Early Tuesday Due to Hurricane Dorian

    Although it has happened before, Disney World closing is rare and now due to possible affects from Hurricane Dorian Disney will be closing it’s Florida parks early on Tuesday.

    Disney World will remain open for part of Tuesday, however the hours will be cut short because of the storm.

    Take a look below for the various parks’ hours for Tuesday:

    • Magic Kingdom Park: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (opening at 7 a.m. for Extra Magic Hours)
    • EPCOT: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • Disney’s Hollywood Studios: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Opening at 6 a.m. for Extra Magic Hours)
    • Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (opening at 7 a.m. for Extra Magic Hours)
    • Disney Springs: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • ESPN Wide World of Sports: closed
    • Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park: closed
    • Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • Winter Summerland Miniature Golf: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Disney Resort hotels remain open, but the Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground will be closed starting September 3 at 3 p.m. and will reopen after the storm when it is safe.

    Hurricane Irma shut down Disney World for two days in 2017. That was only the sixth time in the resort’s 45-year history that severe weather has forced the theme park to close.

    Hurricanes Floyd and Charley prompted closures in 1999 and 2004, respectively. Hurricane Matthew forced a closure in October of 2016. Disney was also closed on September 11, 2001.

  • Weather Causes Power Outage at Disney’s California Adventure

    Weather Causes Power Outage at Disney’s California Adventure

    Rain and lightning hitting Southern California on Wednesday forcing closures to several outdoor rides at Disney’s Califonia Adventure, park officials said.

    According to Anaheim Public Utilities, the weather caused a circuit to trip knocking out power for a few seconds at around 3:48 p.m.

    Officials said that it is regular protocol for some outdoor rides to go down due to weather.

    In addition, park officials said Disney’s California Adventure experienced a power outage that also affected rides at the park neighboring Disneyland. Power had been restored to California Adventure, according to Disneyland media relations personnel.

  • Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Closes Due to Cold Weather

    Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Closes Due to Cold Weather

    The cold never bothered us anyway! Okay, so it actually does, because temperatures are low enough to temporarily close Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park.

    Cold weather is sweeping through Florida and is expected to keep temperatures too low for guests to enjoy the water park.

    Disney’s Blizzard Beach has been closed since Thursday and will remain closed through Monday according to the Walt Disney World website.

    “For parts of Central Florida, it will be the coldest start of the season,” certified meteorologist Rusty McCranie said.

    Typhoon Lagoon is already closed until March 16th for renovations, but the cold snap surely would have surely closed anyway.

    All other Walt Disney World Theme Parks remain are open for business.

  • Weather Advisory for Walt Disney World Marathon Runners

    Weather Advisory for Walt Disney World Marathon Runners

    Due to colder than normal temperatures, a runDisney weather advisory has issued to all of the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend runners.

    The Central Florida area is anticipated to experience colder weather than usual during the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, January 3-7. Those participating in race events should plan accordingly for their race. Here are some important tips from runDisney to consider:

    Bundle Up – Dress for the expected cold-weather conditions. Two tops and running tights are recommended. In addition, moisture-wicking socks (not cotton) and a hat are highly encouraged. Any extra layers you discard at the start of the race or along the course will be picked up and donated to charity.

    Protect Your Skin – Even though it is cold, be sure to apply sunscreen and lip balm to help protect from the sun and wind.

    Dry Off – When you are finished with your race, change out of your wet clothes as soon as you can or get to your car or bus.

    Hydrate – Even though it may be cold, don’t forget to drink water and Powerade to stay hydrated on the course. Drink room temperature water if you are cold.

    Know the Danger Signs – This week’s cold temperatures can lead to frostbite and hypothermia. Symptoms include numbness, tingling or aching, and bluish or pale skin. If you experience these, get to the nearest medical tent on the course or ask any runDisney volunteer to notify the medical team.

    As a reminder, all medical stations will have the appropriate flag color displayed according to existing conditions. For more information, please reference the Event Safety page in the Digital Event Guide.

    runDisney posted the advisory on their twitter feed.

    Any adjustments to the race are at the discretion of the Event Management team and are for everyone’s safety. Good luck out there. Stay safe, stay warm and have a magical run!