Mon Oct 07 19:53:34 UTC 2024: ## Orlando Theme Parks Brace for Hurricane Milton as Storm Intensifies to Category 5
**Orlando, FL** – As Hurricane Milton intensifies in the Gulf of Mexico and approaches Florida, Orlando’s theme parks are closely monitoring the storm’s development and preparing for potential disruptions.
Milton, which strengthened to a Category 5 storm with maximum sustained winds of 175 mph on Monday, comes just 11 days after Hurricane Helene devastated Florida’s Big Bend region as a Category 4 storm. Helene’s deadly path from Florida to Tennessee has resulted in over 230 fatalities.
Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld Orlando are currently operating normally, but all three theme park operators are closely monitoring the storm’s projected trajectory.
“We are closely monitoring the path of the projected storm as we continue to prioritize the safety of our Guests and Cast Members,” stated Disney on its website. Universal Orlando echoed the sentiment, confirming that “park operations and hours are continuing as normal, but we are closely monitoring the weather.” SeaWorld also issued a statement assuring guests that they are “monitoring conditions.”
This news article will continue to be updated with the latest information on theme park closures and impacts as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida.
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