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Giant Animatronic Dragon Catches Fire During Disneyland Show, No Injuries Reported

  • A fire broke out at Disneyland during a live show on Saturday night when an animatronic dragon prop burst into flames.
  • The 45-foot-tall dragon representing Maleficent caught fire during the finale of the "Fantasmic!" show in Anaheim, California.
  • Firefighters extinguished the blaze and no guests or cast members were injured, though some cast members were treated for potential smoke inhalation.
  • Arson investigators are looking into the cause of the fire, and the show and nearby attractions were evacuated.
  • Due to the fire, Disneyland has suspended "all special effects like fireworks and flames used in similar entertainment experiences" indefinitely.
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