Disney World Hurricanes – Closures and What to Do During a Storm Story

Disney World Hurricanes – Closures and What to Do During a Storm

Being located in Central Florida, Walt Disney World is going to get hit by hurricanes or strong storms from time to time.

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In recent years, Hurricanes Matthew, Irma, Dorian and Ian have all had an impact on the parks, causing closures and delays.

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(Update 8/29/23): Florida is bracing for another big storm as Tropical Storm Idalia is now a Category 1 Hurricane and is making its way through the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida’s West Coast.

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Current models show it is to become a Category 3 hurricane by Wednesday morning with which means winds of 111-129 mph.

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