How Central Florida theme parks are dealing with Hurricane Ian

ORLANDO, Fla. – Because the state of Florida retains a detailed eye on the trail of Hurricane Ian, Central Florida’s theme parks are additionally monitoring the scenario.

The storm intensified right into a hurricane Monday morning and is predicted to become a major hurricane within the coming days. The storm is predicted to carry sturdy winds, rains and threats of flooding to areas of Central Florida. Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency all through Florida and urged residents to arrange for the storm.

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Every of the theme parks have cancellation insurance policies prepared within the occasion of a hurricane or tropical storm warning which can be issued by the Nationwide Hurricane Middle.

See every of the park’s insurance policies and statements listed under.

Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World will proceed to function as deliberate presently.

“If a hurricane warning is issued by the Nationwide Hurricane Middle for the Orlando space — or on your place of residence — inside 7 days of your scheduled arrival date, you might name upfront to reschedule or cancel your Walt Disney Journey Firm Disney Resort resort packages and most space solely reservations (booked immediately with Disney) with none cancellation or change charges imposed by Disney,” the theme park stated.

Click here for more information on Walt Disney World’s Hurricane Coverage.

Walt Disney World has closed previously on account of a hurricane menace. The final main hurricane to shut the park was Hurricane Irma in 2017.

Common Orlando

“Right now, our park operations and hours are persevering with as regular. We’re carefully monitoring the climate. We’ve got plans and procedures for vital climate which can be each time-proven and always up to date. All the things revolves across the security of our company and workforce members,” a Common spokesperson stated in a press release to Information 6.

Click on right here to learn extra about its severe weather policy online.

SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove and Aquatica will proceed to function as deliberate presently.

“We’re persevering with to observe climate associated to Hurricane Ian and the way it might impression our parks. We are going to talk any updates on our social media platforms when they’re obtainable,” SeaWorld Orlando stated in a press release to Information 6.

Click here to learn extra concerning the park’s inclement climate coverage.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

“After reviewing the newest route of Hurricane Ian and to make sure the security of our ambassadors, company, and animals, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay can be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 28 and Thursday, Sept. 29. Our climate preparedness plan is in place and further precautions have been taken to make sure the security of our animals throughout this time. Friends are inspired to test our website and comply with our social media channels for updates on park reopening. Admission tickets have been prolonged by Dec. 31,” the theme park stated in a press release.

Legoland Florida

“LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is carefully monitoring the event of Hurricane Ian and can proceed to function as deliberate presently. The protection of our company and staff is our prime precedence and we’ll present updates on any potential Resort closures or how this storm might impression our company as we study extra about its path.”

Friends with questions concerning the Resort’s Hurricane Coverage are inspired to go to LEGOLAND.com/hurricane.

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