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The closure of the Orlando International Airport comes ahead of Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall early Thursday morning. Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on the west coast of Florida and move through the Central Florida area.
Universal Orlando Resort has just announced adjustments to their operations due to Hurricane Milton.Â
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Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on the west coast of Florida early Thursday morning; however, the storm will be bringing severe weather prior to landfall. Forecasters anticipate heavy rain and strong winds for much of Central Florida.
Hurricane Milton is getting closer to Florida. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is currently predicting the hurricane to make landfall early Thursday morning, but wind and rain is expected to arrive ahead of its landfall.
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The NHC is expecting heavy rainfall and the potential for hurricane-force winds in the Central Florida and Disney World area. Disney World just provided an update about their change and cancelation fees.
We’re keeping a close eye on the incoming storm that’s set to impact Central Florida.
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Hurricane Milton should be making landfall later this week in Florida. Currently, the storm is registered as a Category 5 hurricane with strong winds and heavy rains. And if you’re going to be riding out the weather in the area of impact, you may be wondering what you should do. A recent cell phone alert is doling out warnings and tips.
Much of the state is still reeling from Hurricane Helene as Hurricane Miltion approaches Florida.
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A State of Emergency has been declared for several Florida counties, including the Disney World area, and Disney has even begun restricting hotel reservations due to the storm. Now, Disney has also waived its hotel cancelation fees in preparation for the storm.
If you’ve been planning to visit Disney World this week, we’re sure you’ve probably been paying attention to the latest weather news.
Magic Kingdom
If not, Tropical Storm Milton is forecasted to arrive and make landfall in Florida on Tuesday or Wednesday. By then, forecasters have estimated that it could be a Category 3 hurricane. Ahead of the storm, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a State of Emergency for 35 counties, including the counties where Disney World is. So you might be wondering if you should still go to Disney World or if you should cancel your trip. We’re going to go through what you need to know before you make that decision.
It’s hurricane season in Florida, which means we have to be weather-aware about potential storms in the Atlantic Ocean through November.
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We’ve already seen some hurricanes come through the Orlando area, including Hurricane Debby and, most recently, Hurricane Helene, which developed into an impactful hurricane, affecting property and lives throughout the Southeast. Last week, the National Hurricane Center began watching another potential development in the Gulf of Mexico, which became a tropical storm and is now forecasted to become a hurricane before it reaches Florida. In fact, a State of Emergency was declared for many counties in Florida, including the Disney World area. Now, Disney World is beginning to respond to the potential storm ahead of its arrival in Florida.
Although the U.S. is just starting to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which affected states as far inland as Tennessee and prompted a Tornado Watch and Tropical Storm Warning in Disney World, there are some other potential storms forming in the Atlantic Ocean.
Flooding in Disney World due to Helene
One of these storms has the potential to become severe, and forecasters are watching it carefully. Its path could take it through the Gulf of Mexico, so let’s take a look at it.
Hurricanes can form unexpectedly and suddenly and with that, many theme parks try to come up with the best solution to keep guests and their staff safe.
Magic Kingdom during a hurricane
Hurricane Helene touched down in Florida last night and Disney World has already begun their recovery process, opening up their doors and returning to their regularly scheduled hours. As the incredible cast members came together to restore the grounds, we checked out the park to see what Disney World looks like after a hurricane.
Hurricane Helene is set to arrive in the Gulf Coast of Florida later this evening. Ahead of its arrival, the Orlando area is currently under a Tornado Watch and Tropical Storm Warning.
Orlando International Airport
As a result, Disney World has closed Typhoon Lagoon today, as well as its miniature golf courses, and canceled tonight’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Universal Orlando has also closed Volcano Bay and canceled tonight’s Halloween Horror Nights. Now, we’re starting to see the hurricane’s impact on flights in the year: Over 100 flights have been delayed at Orlando International Airport with 70 flights already canceled.
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