Disneyland Fire Incident Highlights Portable Battery Risks
A portable battery caught fire near Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean attraction on August 24, prompting an inspection by local firefighters.
According to Theme Park IQ, the incident was sparked by a lithium-ion battery pack igniting near the ride. The firefighters quickly assessed the situation and determined that there was no significant risk to guests or the attraction itself.
The incident is not an isolated one, as another fire-related incident occurred at EPCOT's Living with the Land attraction just days earlier. In that case, a fire alarm went off during a storm system, but it turned out to be a false alarm and did not require any evacuations.
Disney's response to these incidents has been swift and efficient, prioritizing guest safety while minimizing disruption to park operations.