Hurricane Ian has gone from a tropical depression to a hurricane in just a few days and Disney World and other Florida areas could be impacted.
A rainy day at Hollywood Studios
A tropical storm watch and flood advisory have already been issued for Disney World counties, and Disney has been taking some steps to prepare for bad weather. But now we’ve got another update on just how the hurricane is impacting Disney.
Disney has issued a notice regarding adjusted rules due to Hurricane Ian. When it comes to dining specifically, Disney has indicated that effective immediately they will not be enforcing cancelation policies until further notice for dining.
This will also apply to other special experiences, like Savi’s Workshop or the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique.
Reservation Rules Are Changing Temporarily
Typically, there are certain cancelation policies in place for dining and special reservations, like these. Restaurants in Disney World typically charge a per-person cancelation fee for reservations canceled within a specified period. Usually, reservations must be canceled at least one day in advance to avoid the fee.
But, due to the storm, cancelation policies are not being enforced until further notice.
Watch Those Dining Reservations
Disney has also shared this statement on Twitter.
©Disney
If you’re heading to Disney World soon, keep this change in mind as bad weather could stop or alter some of your dining plans.
As of 5PM on Monday, Hurricane Ian was located off the western tip of Cuba. Hurricane-force winds are expected in the hurricane warning area in west-central Florida starting Wednesday morning, and tropical storm conditions are expected by late Tuesday.
Heavy rainfall is expected to impact central Florida Wednesday and Thursday, and there is a likelihood of prolonged river flooding across central Florida.
At 5 pm Mon Hurricane Ian was located 155 mi SE of the western tip of Cuba with max sustained winds of 100 mph and a central pressure of 972 mb/28.71". Ian was moving to the NNW at 13 mph. A turn toward the N and then NNE and a decrease in forward speed is expected Tue & Wed. pic.twitter.com/I0fja7yOEH
— NWS Eastern Region (@NWSEastern) September 26, 2022
For more updates on Hurricane Ian and how it could impact your trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth, check out our posts below:
- 6 items you need for a hurricane in Disney World
- Some Florida hotels are offering discounted rates for hurricane evacuees
- With Hurricane Ian approaching, Disney World hotels are showing no available rooms this week
- 5 things Disney is doing now to prepare for Hurricane Ian
- What to do if you’re going to Disney World during Hurricane Ian
- The latest news and updates on Hurricane Ian
Stay tuned for more information.
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