Overview

• The squirrel entered Space Mountain’s loading platform on July 31, prompting an immediate operational pause by cast members for safety checks.
• Maintenance teams searched beneath the track after the rodent slipped into a hole near the ride structure before it was safely removed.
• Space Mountain resumed normal operations within minutes of the interruption, preserving its long-standing reputation for reliability.
• The video captured by TikTok user @alimarie1183 has amassed millions of views, turning the squirrel into an unexpected internet celebrity.
• The incident underscores the challenges of wildlife management in theme parks and the power of real-time social media to spotlight minor disruptions.