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Full Details Revealed: Backstage Cooler Fire Prompts Evacuation at EPCOT’s France Pavilion
A backstage fire at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT theme park caused a visible plume of smoke and the evacuation of guests from the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction on Saturday evening.
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Social media was flooded with photos and videos of the incident, which occurred near the France Pavilion in the World Showcase. Walt Disney World officials confirmed to FOX 35 News that the fire originated backstage, behind the pavilion.
The incident began around 7:00 p.m., with the fire being extinguished by 7:20 p.m. Despite the ongoing EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival and Spring Break crowds, the park remained scheduled to close at 9:00 p.m.
Guests were evacuated from Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, a popular attraction based on the animated film. Videos circulating on social media depicted crowds being directed backstage, behind the ride and the Paris-themed set.
Disney World officials confirmed that a walk-in cooler caught fire backstage. No injuries were reported, although the resulting dark smoke was visible throughout the park and surrounding areas. The fire triggered the evacuations as a precautionary measure.
The exact cause of the cooler fire remains under investigation, and the extent of any potential damage to other backstage equipment or areas is currently unknown.
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