Changes at WDW due to alligator attack (dedicated thread)

[ToyStoryMiss]

I get why they would remove things that would remind people of the tragedy, but I really don't understand why they had to take out Tic Toc the Croc from the parade. I hope it's temporary..

 

[UofMGuy423]

I wonder if they'll address the Croc that has Brer Fox's tail in his mouth at the end of Splash Mountain? I can't imagine them altering an AA. They might just be grabbing at the low hanging fruit until enough time has passed.

 

[TheTimeMan]

Any word on if the Sea Raycers are back up and running yet? I saw pontoon boats are a go...just curious about these.

 

[JohnD]

I wonder if they'll address the Croc that has Brer Fox's tail in his mouth at the end of Splash Mountain? I can't imagine them altering an AA. They might just be grabbing at the low hanging fruit until enough time has passed.

I think altering AAs or the artwork (see ballerina on a rope above an alligator in the HM portrait room) would be going overboard.

 

[wannabeBelle]

I was at Coronado Springs over the weekend and signs saying "Beach Closed" were placed around the sandy areas by the Cabanas buildings and the hammocks that were in that same area were taken down. I didn't look to see if they are still up in different areas in the resort though. Marie

 

[thehowiet]

Saw on Twitter it has been removed.

Id heard the whole show might go dark - has it run without it yet?

It's the only thing that's been running solid since 1971. Would be a darn shame.

Agree with @Tom and hope this is only temporary.

 

[PhotoDave219]

Expect the water recreation changes to remain permanent.

 

[Juliaz3]

I think temporary removal of the things listed is respectful of the recent tragedy. They should be brought back in perhaps 3 months, enough time for the shock to pass. Life does go on, and the beachfront properties will be changed forever.

 

[cheesecake]

Removing the joke from Jungle Cruise was the right thing to do. The joke wasn't exceptionally funny or even memorable. I rode it (twice) five months ago, and an untold amount of times before that. And I didn't remember it until it was brought up. It won't be missed. Even keeping Louis the Alligator our of that show for maybe a month or two would probably be best. But I don't think they should eradicate all alligator and crocodile characters permanently.

 

[prberk]

Removing the joke from Jungle Cruise was the right thing to do. The joke wasn't exceptionally funny or even memorable. I rode it (twice) five months ago, and an untold amount of times before that. And I didn't remember it until it was brought up. It won't be missed. Even keeping Louis the Alligator our of that show for maybe a month or two would probably be best. But I don't think they should eradicate all alligator and crocodile characters permanently.

I do think that perhaps the chomping alligator barge in the Electric Water Pageant might have seen his last days forever, though, given the international and pervasive news coverage this event received and the fact that the pageant takes place on the very same waters. I agree with its removal, not just for the family (who has left), but because it would be inappropriate now. Not sure if it will ever be brought back -- except maybe a few years down the road.

Anyone have confirmation on the water pageant itself? Is it back to operating but just without the alligator barge?

Also any confirmation on fencing at other beaches not previously mentioned? (Especially the Beach Resort?)

 

[21stamps]

This is not my personal photo. Apparently the movies are being held on the grass now.

 

[BuddyThomas]

Good idea. I will try to do that. But understand I may not get to visit more than once a day, and some days may not get to visit. At least with this thread we should be able to see the updates posted without scrolling down through too much else.



Thanks. I do not mind some discussion here, especially about how the changes affect park operations or maybe comparing to how it or something similar worked in the past or elsewhere, and to some degree whether it would work at all; but I would like to keep it to immediately relevant discussion. Even over time it will be good to use this thread, I think, to see which changes were temporary and which changes become permanent.

I do value everyone's opinion. Just want to keep this thread centered. I suggest posters simply try to use their judgment to keep it relevant to any changes and what effect they might have on park or resort ops, or how they might have handled it in the past or elsewhere. The thread will be easier to follow that way.

This is a VERY strict thread.

 

[cornandacobb]

I have been at Yacht Club since Thursday. All beaches on the lake are closed morning, afternoon and night. 24 hours. Roped off with cast member/guards on duty....just standing there.

 

[rogerrabbitfan9]

Expect the water recreation changes to remain permanent.

Does this include the access to the beaches?

 

[wannabeBelle]

I have seen pictures of beaches at different resorts being fenced off to Guests so I would think so. Marie

 

[wogwog]

Any word on if the Sea Raycers are back up and running yet? I saw pontoon boats are a go...just curious about these.

As of this afternoon the Racers are not allowed out. My guess would be because they run so low in the water.

 

[21stamps]

As of this afternoon the Racers are not allowed out. My guess would be because they run so low in the water.

The Whalers are running, right? Or only pontoons?

 

[PhotoDave219]

Does this include the access to the beaches?

I didn't ask, I don't know.

 

[PhotoDave219]

As of this afternoon the Racers are not allowed out. My guess would be because they run so low in the water.

Don't expect to see them.....

 

[21stamps]

What do you all really think? Will this stuff open back up? Have the pirate adventure cruises changed?

I did see photos of a marshmallow roast at Poly, so that is back for sure.