An afternoon thunderstorm is practically expected during the summer at Walt Disney World Resort, but a recent intense rainfall brought such deep floodwater to EPCOT that several children were spotted playing in what one Disney Park guest called a “new pool” in the China World Showcase Pavilion. The incident sparked debate among parents over whether to allow kids to splash around in rainwater at the Central Florida Disney parks.
“New Pool” in the China World Showcase Pavilion at EPCOT
TikTok user @j._.bo recently shared this video of children playing in a few inches of water in the China World Showcase Pavilion after heavy rainfall at EPCOT. “Nothing can stop these kids,” the TikToker wrote.
@j._.bo nothing can stop these kids ig #disne #epcot
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“Guys, look at the new pool in the China Pavilion,” the Disney Park guest said in the video before turning the camera to show several children splashing around in the floodwater. “If you're not here all the time, that's never full.”
Video Sparks Debate
The video sparked intense backlash from some Disney Parks fans who criticized parents for allowing their children to play in rainwater.
“Floridian here….you know what's in that water?? 🤮🤮,” @kelly_laird commented.
“People are so free with their children like ‘I'll deal with MRSA later…',” said @jusplayin32.
Still, others said there was nothing wrong with letting the kids have some unexpected fun during their Walt Disney World Resort vacation.
“Has anyone in the comments ever played in a puddle or the rain as a child?” @chelseasop asked.
“You never played in a puddle or ditches filled with water? Who cares they are kids let them play,” @ineed2poo10 added. “They will be fine.”
What to Do in This Situation
When heavy rain causes flooding at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Walt Disney World Resort cast members act quickly to clear any storm drains and push water toward the extensive drainage system beneath the theme parks. Central Florida Disney Park guests are encouraged to avoid areas with deep flooding and to ask a cast member for an alternate route to their next attraction, restaurant, or experience.
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