Overview

• An early Friday oil spill led Disney to close both the standby and Lightning Lane entrances to The Haunted Mansion, according to multiple fan reports.
• Cast Members placed mats at the entrance and managed crowd flow while routing guests through the attraction’s exit to keep limited access available.
• Coverage from sites including Inside the Magic, citing WDWNT and eyewitnesses, describes the closures as operational responses rather than a full ride shutdown.
• The incident occurred as Rivers of America remains drained and construction continues for the Cars-themed Frontierland expansion, affecting nearby walkways.
• Online speculation linked the spill to broader construction activity, but no official Disney statement or confirmed long-term operational changes were reported.