Official Word: Disney Closed Saturday

[brkgnews]

From their media site...

Based on updated information from the National Weather Service and consultation with emergency preparedness officials, Walt Disney World theme parks and water parks will be closed Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004.

Additional schedule announcements will be made as updated information becomes available.

Guests who have questions should call (407) WDW-INFO or (407) 939-4636.

 

[brkgnews]

Additional info from their media website...All Walt Disney World Resort Cast Members scheduled to work on Sunday should monitor media reports and call their local Cast Hotlines for updates.

 

[prberk]

Thanks, brkgnews.

 

[imamouse]

Thanks for this info. Does anyone have an idea as to why WDW has not posted anything on it's consumer website? The only indication that something unusual is going on is found on the monthly calendars for the theme parks. On each month, Sat Sept 4 simply says 'closed.'
I have read several reports on other sites, such as mousesavers, advising the status of the cruises and bookings, etc, but no such news on disneyworld.com. The other sites also direct guests to "...please DO NOT call Walt Disney World regarding vacation packages, room reservations or Priority Seatings for dates after Tuesday, September 7."
Wouldn't it make more sense for WDW to post Hurricane Frances updates and information for their guests on their own website rather than relying on others? :veryconfu

 

[peter11435]

Thanks for this info. Does anyone have an idea as to why WDW has not posted anything on it's consumer website? The only indication that something unusual is going on is found on the monthly calendars for the theme parks. On each month, Sat Sept 4 simply says 'closed.'
I have read several reports on other sites, such as mousesavers, advising the status of the cruises and bookings, etc, but no such news on disneyworld.com. The other sites also direct guests to "...please DO NOT call Walt Disney World regarding vacation packages, room reservations or Priority Seatings for dates after Tuesday, September 7."
Wouldn't it make more sense for WDW to post Hurricane Frances updates and information for their guests on their own website rather than relying on others? :veryconfu

It is on the Disney Website, but in pop-up form. You must have a pop-up blocker on your computer. If you want to see the notice just disable the blocker.

 

[jcraycraft]

As slow as it is moving now they may close sunday too. Everyone stay safe.

 

[imamouse]

Peter ~ Thanks for clearing this up for me. We have recently installed a new firewall which also eliminates pop-ups, so that's it! Thanks again. :wave:

 

[Mikey73181]

Walt Disney World® Resort
Important Information for September 4, 2004
The Walt Disney World Theme Parks, Water Parks, Recreation
Areas, the Boardwalk and Downtown Disney will not operate
on Saturday, September 4 based upon forecasts from the
National Weather Service and information from emergency
preparedness officials.

For guests with priority seating for Character Dining in a resort
location, meal service will be provided, but characters will
not appear.

We anticipate resuming limited operations sometiime on
Sunday, September 5 after the storm has passed. Updated
information will be distributed as soon as it is available.

 

[sabian]

Really, as much as the news is covering the hurricane, disney doesn't have to say why they are closed. Now that the conventions are over the news is slow again. So expect to hear alot about Frances and then here comes Ivan. Dan Rather cannot control himself.........floridians, take care guys.....

 

[cindy_k]

Disney World will be closed tomorrow (Sunday) too.
A CM delivered a letter to our room an hour ago.

Operating Information for Sunday, September 5, 2004

Given the anticipated weather for tomorrow, the Walt Disney World Theme Parks will not operate on Sunday, September 5. Additionally. Walt Disney World Transportation will not be available.

 

[DMC-12]

Disney World will be closed tomorrow (Sunday) too.
A CM delivered a letter to our room an hour ago.

Operating Information for Sunday, September 5, 2004

Given the anticipated weather for tomorrow, the Walt Disney World Theme Parks will not operate on Sunday, September 5. Additionally. Walt Disney World Transportation will not be available.

wow... the parks will be closed 2 days in a row.... Has that ever happened before?

 

[Scooter]

With all due respect and not meaning to making light of the subject...

...I bet the Game room at the Contemporary Resort's Food and Fun Center is going to be one busy place for the next two days.

 

[The Mom]

wow... the parks will be closed 2 days in a row.... Has that ever happened before?

I think this may be a first!

 

[pepsistar]

:lookaroun Cindy-K Where are you? Are you still at Disney in a resort? My Grandson and Daughter are at Port Orleans/ French Quarter- I am home with our three cats and babysitting the house. Boo Hooooooo

Just wondered what they have done for you-- Nothing is happening where they are, in fact they closed the game room and food court at 4:30 :goodnevil

That was very suprising seeing the weather was fine, no rain they said, just overcast and a little cooler-- Hummm great park day-- figures-- I guess they are playing it safe. I understand they all have homes and things to take care of too. However, it is a little disapointing.

We thought they would have a free buffet or sandwichs or something BUT nothing. They were told to buy snacks but that does not last to long- ARGH!!!!

Hope you are Ok and are not tired of watching the same movies Ha Ha They should really have a few others. Take care! :wave: