Disneyland Enforces Zero‑Tolerance on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure With New Signs and Continuous Audio
Disney says the measures will remove any claim of ignorance about safety rules following repeated summer incidents.
Overview
- A June 2026 episode in which a 13‑year‑old climbed out of a moving log and slid down the ride’s roughly 50‑foot final drop set off the safety crackdown.
- California safety officials inspected the attraction after that incident and found no operational faults before the ride reopened.
- Additional summer incidents, including a reported mid‑ride standing that halted operations and at least one party removal, led Disneyland to escalate enforcement.
- Disneyland replaced earlier conditional signage with 12 new signs that say riders “WILL” be removed and has added continuous, repeating audio announcements in the queue as the latest layer of deterrence.
- No mechanical or restraint changes have been announced, Walt Disney World has not confirmed matching measures, and reporting on automatic bans or no‑refund policies remains inconsistent while the resort evaluates enforcement outcomes.