Central Florida Theme Parks Currently Under Tropical Storm Warning as Hurricane Isaias Grows

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Hurricane Isaias has been gaining strength in the Atlantic Ocean. It is currently projected to remain a category 1 storm, though it’s possible that could change. According to the National Hurricane Center, Isaias was about 50 miles south-southwest of Nassau, Bahamas this morning. Isaias was moving northwest at 12 mph and has sustained winds of … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Preparations Continue at the Magic Kingdom Ahead of Hurricane Dorian

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We’re back at the Magic Kingdom today to check in on more Hurricane Dorian preparations around the park. On our last visit, we spotted some of the initial hurricane prep, and even more has been tied down and removed around the park since then. Do keep in mind that if you are planning on visiting … Read more

Hurricane Dorian Update: Orlando International Airport Lifts September 2nd Planned Closure

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As Hurricane Dorian continues its unpredictable approach to the US mainland, Florida is breathing a collective sigh of relief. Recently it turned away from Florida (although remaining within the cone of uncertainty). And Orlando International Airport, having previously announced their closure on Monday, September 2nd, for the storm, has cancelled their closure. In a statement … Read more

Walt Disney World Adjusts Hurricane Dorian Statement, Hurricane Watch To Be Issued For Parts of Florida Later Today

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Latest updates on Hurricane Dorian indicate that it is moving further east and off the Florida coast. In light of this, it appears Walt Disney World has since adjusted their statement on the upcoming storm: This statement is much more concise than their earlier one where they mentioned contacting guests staying at specific resorts, like Fort … Read more

VIDEO: Initial Preparations Underway at the Magic Kingdom Ahead of Hurricane Dorian

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We reported earlier today on some of the steps the parks are taking to prepare for Hurricane Dorian. With the predicted high winds, there’s no surprise that they want as many things tied down and removed around the parks as possible. We’re talking banners, construction materials, tarps, recently-installed Fall decor, and even roller coaster parts. … Read more

PHOTOS: Preparations Underway at Walt Disney World as Hurricane Dorian Dubbed “Biggest Since Hurricane Andrew” by Forecasters

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We’ve been following Hurricane Dorian since it was still a wee Tropical Storm, but since then, things have taken a turn for the worst. In our latest Dorian update, forecasters warned of an imminent central Florida impact as Hurricane Dorian intensified to a Category 2 hurricane. Latest updates indicate that while the hurricane is traveling … Read more