Why does Disneyland use bromine?

I spent time making sure to confirm this and I verified that bromine is used instead of chlorine to disinfect the water in all rides that use water such as it's a small world in Magic Kingdom Park and Frozen Ever After in EPCOT. Bromine is a good alternative for those with chlorine sensitivities.



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Currently most of the Disney Resort hotel pools and water parks use bromine rather than chlorine to keep the water clean.

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Regular pools usually disinfect the water inside of them using chlorine–but not Disney. They use bromine, which is a fancy, more expensive, and much milder smelling chemical (and is not as harsh as chlorine when it hits your skin or clothing).

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Regular pools usually disinfect the water inside of them using chlorine–but not Disney. They use bromine, which is a fancy, more expensive, and much milder smelling chemical (and is not as harsh as chlorine when it hits your skin or clothing).

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Walt Disney once said he feared serving alcohol would bring an unwanted “rowdy element” to his park, Theme Park Insider reported.

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Health & Safety Chlorine can be harsh for those with sensitive skin or eyes, or those who have breathing conditions such as asthma. Bromine is a great alternative because it's less abrasive, less chemical-smelling, and less likely to trigger asthma attacks.

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We have high standards for cleaning and sanitation, with health and safety protocols such as: Training for Cast Members, with ongoing reinforcement on a regular basis. Defined cycles for frequent cleaning and disinfection of targeted areas.

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The water in your stateroom is the same, so you're absolutely safe drinking it. I do understand, though, that some people really prefer the taste of bottled water. No problem!

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Tap water's perfectly safe and there are fountains all around the park. Though some of them don't work sometimes.

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The Smellitizers combine a strong-smelling substance (that smells like popcorn or something else!) with a powerful source of air. And the air has to be moving in a pressurized way like a powerful fan. This propels the scent toward guests while an exhaust sucks it back in.

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Immediate signs and symptoms of exposure to bromine. Breathing bromine gas could cause you to cough, have trouble breathing, get a headache, have irritation of your mucous membranes (inside your mouth, nose, etc.), be dizzy, or have watery eyes.

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