Disney World announced it is closing early on Thursday and will remain closed Friday ahead of Hurricane Matthew, a powerful Category 4 storm that is bearing down on Florida.
The park will close at 5 p.m. local time, Walt Disney World said, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The closures include Disney Springs, miniature golf courses, ESPN Wide World of Sports complex, as well as water parks and theme parks.
It’s unclear if the theme park will be opened on Saturday.
Disney has already evacuated its Fort Wilderness campground. Thursday night’s Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom has been canceled.
“We are currently taking precautions for the safety of our Guests and will continue providing updates as the situation evolves,” Disney said on its website, adding that cancellation fees will be waived for all guests.
