Overview
- Eyewitnesses reported an electrical issue shortly before 9 a.m. near the Grand Floridian, with black smoke and a burning-insulation odor between two cars on Monorail Silver.
- Disney took the entire monorail network out of service, including the Express line and the resort loop connecting the Grand Floridian, Polynesian Village, and Contemporary Resort.
- Guests were redirected to alternative transportation options such as buses, boats, and available walking routes.
- There were no confirmed injuries, and early accounts indicated the affected train was empty or nearly empty.
- The Magic Kingdom walking path was temporarily closed as a precaution, and Disney had not issued an official statement as the system awaited safety clearance.