France Pavilion Sustains Damage Amid High Winds in EPCOT
Even a tornado watch can’t stop Disney fans from enjoying a day in EPCOT! Guests have flocked to Disney World this week to brave the peak of Spring Break season — but unfortunately, the weather has been less than cooperative.
As high winds and thunderstorms moved into the area this afternoon, EPCOT’s France Pavilion sustained damage due to the severe weather.
France Pavilion Sustains Damage Amid High Winds in EPCOT
As guests and Disney Cast Members looked on, blustering winds ripped paneling off of buildings in EPCOT’s charming France Pavilion.
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High Winds Cause Damage
Inclement weather can happen anywhere, and even the Most Magical Place on Earth is no exception. While Orlando is known for its frequent, passing thunderstorms, it has also seen its share of hurricanes and severe weather.
Storm in Magic Kingdom
Today, a large storm has been making its way across the Midwest and Southern United States, bringing gusts of up to 60mph along with it.
As those gusts blew into EPCOT this afternoon, Disney Cast Members jumped into action, blocking the area off to guests.
France Pavilion Sustains Damage Amid High Winds in EPCOT
Fortunately, no one was hurt. However, the pavilion did sustain some visible damage.
France Pavilion Sustains Damage Amid High Winds in EPCOT
A large chunk of paneling landed along the wrought-iron balconies on the building that houses Chefs de France and Monsieur Paul.
Chefs de France Building in EPCOT
We’re sure Disney’s incredible maintenance crews will have the building repaired in no time, but as always, guests should stay informed of severe weather events and practice caution while visiting the parks.
France Pavilion Sustains Damage Amid High Winds in EPCOT
Today’s severe weather warning will be in effect until 5PM in the Orlando metro region. As always, stay tuned to MickeyBlog for all the latest Walt Disney World news!
