Overview

• The National Hurricane Center forecasts Erin will become a Category 1 hurricane by August 14 and strengthen into a major storm over the weekend, though its northward turn timing remains uncertain.
• Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando have not announced any park closures and are closely monitoring updated storm tracks under their established hurricane playbooks.
• Both operators stand ready to suspend attractions, halt transportation and shelter guests on-site — including evacuations at vulnerable areas like Fort Wilderness campsites — once a warning is issued.
• Guests at Disney World and Universal Orlando can modify or cancel their vacation bookings without penalty when the National Hurricane Center issues a hurricane warning for Central Florida.
• Even without a direct strike, Erin’s outer bands could bring heavy rain, wind and lightning that force temporary shutdowns of outdoor rides and shows.