ORLANDO, Fla. — Over the weekend, an unexpected incident unfolded at the Walt Disney World Resort when a smoke plume rose dramatically over the park, capturing the attention of both visitors and locals. The source of the smoke was traced to a fire that broke out in a walk-in cooler, Disney confirmed.
Fortunately, swift action was taken, and the fire was rapidly extinguished with no reported injuries. Images and videos taken by park-goers and residents in the vicinity quickly made their way across social media platforms, drawing widespread attention.
The incident originated behind the scenes of the France Pavilion, a feature of Epcot’s World Showcase area. This backstage location was where the cooler ignited, though details on what sparked the flames remain unclear at this point. The fire was efficiently dealt with by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District fire department.
To the relief of those eager to explore the park, the pavilion was able to reopen its doors to visitors by the early evening. The organization’s prompt response ensured minimal disruption to the theme park guests and operations.
