Magic Kingdom Bear Relocated as Theme Park Operations Returning to Normal
Magic Kingdom has nearly returned to full operation following an unusual morning when a bear decided to make a tree in Frontierland its temporary residence.
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission confirmed that a bear had chosen to perch in a tree near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Frontierland. While Disney refrained from offering an official statement on the situation, they took swift action to address it, reopening most of the affected areas at 12:30 p.m. As of now, the Walt Disney World Railroad and Tom Sawyer Island remain temporarily closed.
Disney’s proactive response stemmed from Cast Members spotting the bear before the park’s official opening to guests this morning. This early detection allowed for the affected areas to remain closed and free from visitors when the rest of the park welcomed guests at 9 a.m.
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The list of temporarily closed attractions included Big Thunder Mountain, Hall of Presidents, Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Pirates of the Caribbean, Swiss Family Tree House, Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid, Walt Disney World Railroad, and Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room.
Bears, as noted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, can be found throughout Florida, with a preference for diverse habitats like flatwoods, swamps, scrub oak ridges, bayheads, and hammocks. Their search for food, water, and suitable shelter often leads them to roam across various areas.
Teams from the FFWC collaborated with Disney to safely relocate the bear from the park, ensuring the safety and comfort of both the bear and Magic Kingdom guests.
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