Fire Erupts at Epcot in Walt Disney World Resort, Florida

A fire broke out at Epcot in the Walt Disney World Resort, located in Bay Lake, Florida, causing a significant disturbance at the popular theme park. The incident, which occurred behind the France Pavilion, was captured on video and shared widely across social media platforms. The footage showed dark smoke billowing from the area, prompting immediate concern among visitors and staff.

Despite the alarming visuals, Disney officials confirmed that Epcot remained open to the public the following day. The swift response from the park's emergency services helped to contain the fire, ensuring that no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, with Disney promising a thorough review to prevent future occurrences.

This event has sparked conversations about safety measures at theme parks, especially during peak tourist seasons. The incident at Epcot serves as a reminder of the importance of robust emergency protocols to ensure the safety of thousands of daily visitors. Disney's commitment to transparency and safety will be crucial as they move forward from this incident.

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Was there a fire at Walt Disney World?

A smoke plume that towered over the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida on Saturday was caused by a walk-in cooler that caught fire, a representative from Disney said. The blaze was quickly extinguished, and there were no injuries.

What caused Epcot's fire?

The blaze started when a walk-in cooler “caught fire” backstage at the theme park's France Pavilion in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, March 22, according to Fox 35 Orlando, CBS News and Fox Business, which cited Walt Disney World officials.

Did Epcot catch on fire?

A fire erupted at the EPCOT theme park located within Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando on Saturday, Disney officials confirmed. Visitors at the park shared videos on social media showing the thick smoke rising from the France Pavilion. Guests were evacuated from the area.

Where was the fire in Epcot today?

A Walt Disney World official confirmed to FOX Business that the fire occurred at the EPCOT's World Showcase and was extinguished around 7:20 pm local time. There were no injuries. The blaze started when a walk-in cooler caught fire in a backstage area of the French Pavilion, FOX Business learned.