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  • Sep- 2022 -
    29 September
    Disney World Airport

    Orlando International Airport Confirms Extended Closure

    Latest Update: 9/29/22 11:12 pm EDT – Orlando International Airport Announces Reopening Friday Published: 9/29/22 10:27 am EDT Orlando International Airport has confirmed that it will remain closed today after Hurricane Ian dispensed massive amounts of rain and record flooding to Central Florida. According to the latest report, which was shared by reporter Scott Gustin, states, in part, “The

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  • 29 September
    Disney World Closure Hurricane

    Report: Disney World to Extend Theme Park Closure

    Latest Update: 9/29/22 2:55 pm EDT – Disney World Confirms Phased Reopening for Friday Published: 9/29/22 9:21 am EDT As Walt Disney World Resort, and the rest of Central Florida, assess the damage from Hurricane Ian’s evening pass, it appears that an extended Theme Park closure could happen. Latest Update: VIDEO: Record Flooding Hits Central Florida — Disney World Status Update One Guest sh

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  • 29 September
    Hurricane Disney World

    VIDEO: Record Flooding Hits Central Florida — Disney World Status Update

    Latest Update: 9/30/22 8:57 pm EDT – Disney World Theme Parks Return to Normal Operation Saturday Published: 9/29/22 9:02 am EDT Previous Updates: 9/29/22 12:20 pm EDT – Ian Leaving Florida, But Storm Still Rages in Orlando Area 7:10 pm EDT – Disney World, Disney Cruise Line Assess Damage Reopening Plans Previous Updates: 9/30/22 8:47 am EDT – Storm has Passed – Disney Worl

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  • 28 September
    Disney World Weather

    Hurricane Update: Storm Center Moves into Disney World County

    Latest Update: 9/30/22 8:57 pm EDT – Disney World Theme Parks Return to Normal Operation Saturday Published: 9/28/22 11:30 pm EDT Previous Updates: 9/29/22 9:02 am EDT – VIDEO: Record Flooding Hits Central Florida — Disney World Status Update 12:20 pm EDT – Ian Leaving Florida, But Storm Still Rages in Orlando Area 7:10 pm EDT – Disney World, Disney Cruise Line Assess Damag

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  • 28 September
    disney fort wilderness evacuation

    Disney Guest Shares Experience of Evacuating Campground Due To Hurricane Ian

    After getting a hurricane notice, a Disney Guest documented the evacuation process from Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Category 4 Hurricane Ian hit Florida on Wednesday just shy of a Category 5 storm. Even though the coastal areas of Naples and Fort Myers will get the worst of the hurricane, Central Florida is also expecting tropical storm-level winds, and the storm is expected to h

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  • 28 September
    figment feature film

    Beloved Disney Character Getting Its Own Feature Film

    In a move that's surprised many fans, the beloved Disney character, Figment, will be getting his own feature film, and by a stellar crew. The last few weeks of the D23 Expo, and after as well, have been filled with exciting news and announcements about various new rides and attractions in the Disney Parks, upcoming movies and shows, and the return of various character meet and greets. Among these,

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  • 28 September
    Hurricane Disney World

    Hurricane Ian Makes Landfall, Passing Through Disney World Area Tonight

    Latest Update: 9/30/22 8:57 pm EDT – Disney World Theme Parks Return to Normal Operation Saturday Published: 9/28/22 6:00 pm EDT Previous Update: 9/28/22 11:30 pm EDT – Hurricane Update: Storm Center Moves into Disney World County Previous Updates: 9/29/22 9:03 am EDT – VIDEO: Record Flooding Hits Central Florida — Disney World Status Update 12:20 pm EDT – Ian Leaving Flori

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  • 28 September
    liberty tree hurricane ian

    Walt Disney World Horticultural Team Stays On Site

    While Guests and staff at the Walt Disney World Resort are hunkering down in preparation for Hurricane Ian, Theme Park's horticultural team is staying onsite. The Walt Disney World Resort is hunkering down and getting ready as Hurricane Ian landed in southwest Florida. The Theme Park has officially closed for the predicted duration of the hurricane and is preparing for Guests to stay safe within t

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  • 28 September
    disney resort hurricane ian

    Look Into a Disney Resort As Hurricane Ian Makes Landfall

    Sneak a peek as a Disney Resort prepares for Hurricane Ian's landfall that is predicted to hit the southwest coast of Florida soon. The Walt Disney World Resort is hunkering down and getting ready as Hurricane Ian makes landfall on the southwest coast of Florida. The Theme Park has officially closed for the predicted duration of the hurricane and is making preparations for Guests to stay safe with

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  • 28 September
    deadpool hugh jackman

    VIDEO: Ryan Reynolds Surprises Fans with MCU Announcement

    Ryan Reynolds has done it again. The long-time actor took to Twitter to share news about the upcoming Deadpool movie and has fans overjoyed with a surprise reveal. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is one of many fans' favorite Disney franchises. From the Avengers series to rising stars like Black Panther (2018), which has an exciting upcoming release this November, fans all over the world love to see

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