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NBC News
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Smoke plume over Disney World was caused by a walk-in cooler that caught fire
ORLANDO, Fla. — A smoke plume that towered over Walt Disney World Resort on Saturday was caused by a walk-in cooler that caught fire, a representative from Disney said. The blaze was quickly extinguished, and there were no injuries. Photos and video of the fire that were captured by park guests and others in the Orlando area circulated widely on social media. The walk-in cooler behind the France Pavilion caught fire in a backstage area. The pavilion is part of the World Showcase at the resort's Epcot theme park. The cause of the fire was not immediately known. The official said it was quickly put out by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District fire department.
Express Tribune
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
EPCOT fire sends smoke over Walt Disney World as blaze erupts at France pavilion
On Saturday evening, a fire broke out at Walt Disney World's EPCOT theme park in Orlando, Florida, originating from a walk-in cooler in the backstage area of the France Pavilion. The blaze was quickly extinguished, resulting in no injuries. The incident led to the evacuation of guests from the "Remy's Ratatouille Adventure" ride, a popular 4D experience where visitors "join Chef Remy on a daring culinary caper." Videos shared on social media depicted thick black smoke billowing over the France Pavilion, visible from various points within the park. ‼️🇺🇸 Fire Erupts At EPCOT In Walt Disney World, Prompting Evacuation Of France Pavilion As Thick Smoke Billows Across Park And BoardWalk... A structure fire broke out behind the France pavilion at Disney's EPCOT and could be seen from The BoardWalk. Something caught fire during… — LeanneSpurs (@LeanneSpurs) March 23, 2025 The fire occurred during EPCOT's International Flower & Garden Festival, a peak period for the park. Despite the disruption, the France Pavilion reopened to guests later that evening, though the "Remy's Ratatouille Adventure" ride remained closed for further inspection. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. The quick response from the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District fire department ensured minimal impact on park operations. This incident highlights the importance of stringent safety protocols in large-scale theme parks, especially during high-traffic events. Guests are encouraged to remain vigilant and adhere to all safety guidelines to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Walk-in cooler fire causes smoke plume above France Pavilion at Disney World's Epcot park
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A smoke plume that towered over Walt Disney World Resort on Saturday was caused by a walk-in cooler that caught fire, a representative from Disney said. The blaze was quickly extinguished, and there were no injuries. Photos and video of the fire that were captured by park guests and others in the Orlando area circulated widely on social media. The walk-in cooler behind the France Pavilion caught fire in a backstage area. The pavilion is part of the World Showcase at the resort's Epcot theme park. The cause of the fire was not immediately known. The official said it was quickly put out by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District fire department. The pavilion reopened to theme park guests in the early evening.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A fire at Walt Disney World's Epcot causes evacuation
Eyewitness News is learning a cooler in a backstage area behind the France Pavilion caught fire at Epcot Saturday evening, causing the park to be evacuated. It's a sight that startled thousands of tourists as black smoke rose in the sky above Epcot. This was as hundreds of families pack the park during the busy Spring Break season. Central Florida Tourism District's Fire Department responded to the fire and quickly put it out. No injuries were reported, and no building were damaged. The Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ride is shut down but is expected to be reopened Saturday night. The pavilion where the fire occurred was reopened for guests. We have a Channel 9 crew near the scene gathering more information. Stay with Channel 9 Eyewitness News for the latest. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Associated Press
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Walk-in cooler fire causes smoke plume above France Pavilion at Disney World's Epcot park
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A smoke plume that towered over Walt Disney World Resort on Saturday was caused by a walk-in cooler that caught fire, a representative from Disney said. The blaze was quickly extinguished, and there were no injuries. Photos and video of the fire that were captured by park guests and others in the Orlando area circulated widely on social media. The walk-in cooler behind the France Pavilion caught fire in a backstage area. The pavilion is part of the World Showcase at the resort's Epcot theme park. The cause of the fire was not immediately known. The official said it was quickly put out by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District fire department. The pavilion reopened to theme park guests in the early evening.
