Update 6:41 PM on 10/7:
It appears that the worst of the storm is over and with that update last night where Hurricane Matthew moved 15 miles east was a huge help. The storm wasn't as strong in the Central Florida area. That was good news for Walt Disney World. Disney Springs even opened up to guests at 5 p.m. today.
While not everything was opened, a limited amount of stores and restaurants did open for guests. Here is a picture courtesy of WDW News Today of what opened.
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In other news all Disney World theme parks at 8 a.m. except for Animal Kingdom which opens at 7 a.m. with Extra Magic Hours. Disney Springs, miniature golf courses, ESPN Wide World of Sports, Typhoon Lagoon, and Blizzard Beach will also resume normal operations tomorrow, October 8.
11 p.m. Weather Update:
Hurricane Matthew's track has shifted 15 miles east of what it is originally was supposed to hit the coast. The whole track is now off coast. Storm effects in Disney will still be bad with strong winds and rain but will not be as bad as originally thought. Stay safe everyone.
As many of you already know Walt Disney World closed today at 5 p.m. and will remain closed tomorrow, October 7, due to the effects of Hurricane Matthew. This includes all theme parks, water parks, Disney Springs, miniature golf courses, and the ESPN Wide World of Sports complex. Here is some other updates:
With severe weather expected over the next few days, Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Bungalows will be unavailable beginning Thursday afternoon in an abundance of caution. The safety of our Guests and Cast is always our first priority. Guests staying in these select rooms will be offered alternate accommodations. - Walt Disney World Resort
Of course with Mickey's Halloween Party being canceled tonight and tomorrow, Disney is offering guests with tickets to these parties 1-day tickets to the park or tickets to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.
With the parks being closed tomorrow, guests are stranded at their resorts. Resorts are currently offering Hurricane boxed meals which consist of a cold sandwich, chips, fruit, and a muffin for $12.99. A drink will be added to the meal if you are on the Disney Dining Plan. Most food courts at the resorts are closed tomorrow. Other food and drinks will be available.
Disney's phone centers are experiencing very high call volume with unusually extend hold times. They likely will be busy for the remainder of the week. Disney is recommending if you are planning a future trip to Walt Disney World to visit DisneyWorld.com/hurricane.
As always stay safe out there and stay tune right here for updates as they come along on Hurricane Matthew. Our prayers are with you.
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