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Red Flag Warning Issued for Walt Disney World as Fire Risk Rises

The National Weather Service cites very dry, gusty conditions from ongoing drought and urges no outdoor burning through early evening.

Overview

  • The Red Flag Warning is in effect Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., covering Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, and Volusia counties that include Walt Disney World.
  • Forecast conditions include west winds around 15 mph with 20–25 mph gusts and relative humidity of roughly 25–35 percent, creating rapid fire spread potential.
  • Outdoor burning is not recommended, and guests at Disney’s Fort Wilderness are advised to skip campfires and grilling during the warning period.
  • As of publication, Disney has not announced operational changes to shows or fireworks, though officials caution that plans could be adjusted if needed.
  • Fire weather concerns may continue into Saturday even without a formal warning yet, following weeks of weather-related disruptions that included today’s cold advisory closure of Typhoon Lagoon.