Disneyland flooded by sudden downpour as rides shut down and fireworks canceled
New York Post • • entertainment
Key Points:
- A sudden 15-minute downpour on Friday night caused flooding across Disneyland in Anaheim, overwhelming storm drains and turning walkways into ankle-deep streams, disrupting outdoor attractions and frustrating visitors.
- Floodwaters affected popular areas including Frontierland, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Fantasyland, and the Haunted Mansion, with guests caught off guard due to rapidly changing weather forecasts.
- Disneyland Cast Members responded quickly to clear clogged drains and manage water flow, while some outdoor rides were temporarily suspended due to lightning, and the evening fireworks show was cancelled.
- Flooding also impacted transportation hubs like the Mickey & Friends and Pixar Pals parking tram terminals, complicating guest departures and adding to the evening’s challenges.
- Operations teams worked overnight to remove debris and pump out water, aiming to restore normal conditions for the upcoming weekend crowds.
