Walt Disney World Has Lost $547 Million Due to Hurricanes

Entrance road to Walt Disney World with iconic sign, surrounded by palm trees under a cloudy sky.

Experts estimate Walt Disney World has lost a total of $547 million due to hurricanes, The Business Journals reports. Hurricane Milton passed over Florida Wednesday evening, forcing Walt Disney World theme parks to close early and remain closed through Thursday. This is just the latest time Disney has closed due to weather. The first time … Read more

Every Time Walt Disney World Closed and Why

A large fallen tree with green leaves lies in front of a castle under a blue sky, reminiscent of the scenes captured in the video showcasing the damage Hurricane Irma caused at Walt Disney World's theme parks.

Walt Disney World has closed a handful of times in its 53-year history, mostly due to hurricanes. In addition to full-day closures, the parks have also been forced to close early or open late a few times. Here is a list of every time Walt Disney World has closed and why. 1985: Hurricane Elena The … Read more

NOAA Predicts Above-Normal 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season

People in red and yellow rain gear hold a "Magic Kingdom Rainy Day Cavalcade" banner as they walk down Main Street U.S.A. in the rain

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook, predicting an above-normal season. NOAA 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook The Atlantic hurricane region includes the North Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. Florida is, of course, located between the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico and hurricanes … Read more

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

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

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

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

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