Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, has closed its theme parks due to hurricanes a total of 13 times (as of early 2026). Given that the resort has been open for over 19,000 days, this is a remarkably low number, highlighting the resort's robust infrastructure and status as a "safe haven" for locals. The first closure didn't occur until 1999 for Hurricane Floyd. The most notable recent closures include Hurricane Ian (2022) and Hurricane Idalia (2023), which saw the parks shut down for two days each. Disney's protocol for hurricanes is incredibly refined; they typically announce a phased closure only when a direct threat is imminent, often keeping resort hotels open and operational with "indoor" activities for stranded guests. These closures are rarely due to fear of structural damage—most Disney buildings are rated for Category 4 or 5 winds—but rather for the safety of "Cast Members" (employees) commuting to work and to prevent guests from being caught in dangerous wind and rain while in the outdoor park environments.