As Hurricane Helene barrels through Florida, the state’s theme parks are responding.
Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida announced that it will be closing its doors on Friday, September 27, after the storm damaged attractions at the preschool experience.
“The safety and comfort of our guests and employees is our top priority. Guests who already have tickets are advised to check the rainy day promise on our website,” the park told visitors.
Learn more about our rainy day promise: https://t.co/Tb6Ss0eGt0 pic.twitter.com/98RB7eDh0J
— Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida (@PeppaPigFlorida) September 27, 2024
Hurricane Helene produced winds of up to 140mph and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis warned that more deaths were likely after a driver was killed by debris overnight.
The hurricane, one of the most powerful to ever hit U.S., was downgraded to a tropical storm as it moved inland on Friday morning.
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Other major theme parks in Florida were open as normal on Friday, including The Walt Disney World Resort. Drew Smith, a Disney parks fan, said attendance was low due to the storm.
Hurricane Helene has caused low crowds across Walt Disney World and a 5-minute wait for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. I just walked through the entire queue without stopping … two times in a row. pic.twitter.com/744pOLt9Mf
— Drew Smith (@DrewDisneyDude) September 27, 2024
On Thursday, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon closed, while the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party was canceled.
The Universal Orlando Resort said it was welcoming guests after the storm shuttered certain attractions on Thursday, including Universal Volcano Bay.
“Our hearts are with all those impacted by Hurricane Helene and we are grateful for the hard work of our team members during this time,” the resort said.
Update from Universal Orlando Resort. pic.twitter.com/Yvt7idhAUf
— Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) September 27, 2024
SeaWorld Orlando shut at 2PM on Thursday but was expected to reopen on Friday. Busch Gardens Tampa, Adventure Island, and Aquatica Orlando are expected to welcome visitors after shutting on Thursday.
Legoland Florida Resort was operating normally on Thursday.
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