Osceola County Issues Curfew as Hurricane Milton Threatens Walt Disney World
Osceola County, Florida, which encompasses portions of Walt Disney World Resort, has declared a countywide curfew starting at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, October 9th, due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton. The curfew will remain in effect until at least 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 10th.
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Impact on Disney World Guests
This curfew will directly affect guests staying at Walt Disney World Resort hotels located within Osceola County. Guests at these resorts, including Disney’s All-Star Resorts, will be required to remain in their rooms during the curfew hours.
Curfew Details
The curfew applies to all residents of Osceola County, including those in Celebration, St. Cloud, and Kissimmee. Exemptions are in place for essential personnel, such as:
- Police
- Firefighters
- Emergency services workers
- Individuals traveling to or from work
Hurricane Milton’s Approach
Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 4 storm, is expected to make landfall in Florida late Wednesday night. The storm’s track will take it across central Florida, bringing with it the threat of damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and possible tornadoes. Osceola County is under a Hurricane Warning, indicating that hurricane conditions are expected within the warning area.
Disney World Operational Adjustments
Walt Disney World has already closed its theme parks and Disney Springs in a phased closure on Wednesday afternoon. It is anticipated that the parks will remain closed on Thursday. Several resort hotels, including Fort Wilderness, have also been closed as a precaution.
Staying Safe
Guests at Walt Disney World and residents of Osceola County are urged to take the curfew seriously and remain indoors during the designated hours. Continue to monitor weather updates from the National Hurricane Center and local news for the latest information on Hurricane Milton’s progress.
Source: Orlando Sentinel
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