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Visiting Disney World during hurricane season can mean preparing for an entirely different sort of trip and with a tropical storm on the way you need to stay updated.
Rain in Magic Kingdom
We’ve been keeping an eye on Tropical Storm Idalia which has already caused Florida officials to declare a State of Emergency in 33 counties. And now, Disney World is under a Tropical Storm Watch.
It’s officially hurricane season, and you know what that means.
Don’t underestimate hurricane season!
We try to stay up to date on potential tropical storms and hurricanes headed toward Florida. We’ve been at Disney World during several hurricanes, and we’ve told you how to prepare for hurricane season at the resort. Well, now we’ve got a tropical storm to keep an eye on, and so far, 33 Florida counties are now under a state of emergency due to the weather.
Be warned — your Disneyland plans could be impacted by something a little unexpected.
Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland
While tropical storms and hurricanes are something that those traveling to Disney World in Florida know to be prepared for, it’s less of a concern (generally) for those on the west coast. But this week might be a little different.
If you haven’t been keeping up with the latest Disney news, take a seat — there’s a lot to get through!
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This past week, Disney held its first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World since pre-pandemic times, LOTS of snacks arrived in the theme parks, Tropical Storm Nicole caused some park closures, and we got all kinds of other updates. So sit back, pull up a chair, and get ready for a breakdown of EVERY SINGLE update you need to know about Disney right now.
If you’ll be traveling to the Orlando area during hurricane season, it’s critical that you know what to expect and how to prepare.
Rainy Day in Magic Kingdom
Hurricane season generally takes place from June 1st through November 30th. In 2022, the season brought a large amount of flooding to Orlando through Hurricane Ian, and once again impacted the Orlando area with Tropical Storm Nicole. One key thing that can be impacted by storms is the Orlando International Airport. We’ve seen the airport CLOSE due to recent storms, but what exactly does this spot do to prepare for bad weather? We’ve got an inside look!
Central Florida has been hit hard by the hurricane season this year.Â
Hurricane Ian in Disney World
First, Hurricane Ian caused heavy rainfall, winds, flooding, and closures at Disney World back in September. Now, Tropical Storm Nicole is on its way, and there are some important Disney World updates you need to know if you’re traveling currently or soon.
We’re near the end of hurricane season, but the storms aren’t stopping. Tropical Storm Nicole is headed toward Florida right now.
Tropical Storm Ian near Disney World
The storm is already impacting the state, with closures and tropical storm watches being issued. Orlando International Airport is closing Wednesday afternoon due to the storm, and we’re also seeing closures and cancelations at Disney World. Extended Evening Hours, water parks, nighttime entertainment, and more have been canceled due to the storm, and now, we’re seeing even more closures at the resort due to Tropical Storm Nicole.
If you’ve ever visited Disney World during hurricane season, you probably know how much the weather can change in a day.
It can get VERY rainy!
But aside from those daily afternoon storms, Disney World can also experience hurricanes! Recently, Hurricane Ian (later downgraded to Tropical Storm Ian) caused significant damage across Florida, and now it looks like another storm could be forming soon.
Hurricane Ian tore through Florida in September of 2022, impacting many individuals through heavy flooding and other damage.
Hurricane near Disney Springs
Disney World closed for a few days, and we shared a look at what it was like to be in Disney World during and after the storm. But hurricane season doesn’t end until November 30th and some other systems have popped up in the Atlantic now. Are any of them heading to Disney World? Let’s take a look and see.
UPDATE: An update has been given on this situation. Look below for the latest details.
Hurricane Ian impacted Florida last week, and while the storm itself has left Florida, its impacts are still being felt.
Flooded construction
Hurricane Ian dropped massive amounts of rain on various areas within the state (including Disney World)Â and caused some sign and tree damage in Disney World as well. If you’re within the City of Orlando though, the hurricane had an impact on something important and an emergency alert is now in place.
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