Reports are coming in that the popular Disney’s Hollywood Studios ride, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, was evacuated earlier today as smoke filled the skies — indicating a possible fire.
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Karen Owens took to Twitter to share that the popular Hollywood Studios ride was evacuated. Smoke was also seen in the area so many are assuming it was due to a fire:
Rock n roller coaster evacuated. Based on smoke and smell guessing fire. They are clearing the whole area in this courtyard so I’m definitely leaning towards fire #evacuation #travel #disney
Rock n roller coaster evacuated. Based on smoke and smell guessing fire. They are clearing the whole area in this courtyard so I’m definitely leaning towards fire #evacuation #travel #disney
— Karen Owens (@KarenDTE) December 1, 2021
Someone else Tweeted that they heard another Guest say they called 911 from the ride:
I heard a guest say they called 911 from the ride and was told emergency serviced had already been dispatched.
I heard a guest say they called 911 from the ride and was told emergency serviced had already been dispatched.
— Tara Lee Donahue (@SmallTownDiva8) December 1, 2021
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To which Karen replied that the Cast Members were quick to clear the ride. She also thinks she heard siren as she was leaving the area:
Yeah. The CMs were pretty quick to make the call to clear the ride and work on tag out procedures for the ride. I though I’d heard sirens as we were leaving the courtyard.
Yeah. The CMs were pretty quick to make the call to clear the ride and work on tag out procedures for the ride. I though I’d heard sirens as we were leaving the courtyard.
— Karen Owens (@KarenDTE) December 1, 2021
At this time, Disney has not confirmed if there was a fire inside of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, but due to reports of smoke in the area, it is very possible. Inside the Magic will update you as we get information.
More on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
The official description reads:
Inside their Hollywood music studio, legendary rock band Aerosmith is wrapping up a recording session. When their manager tells them they’re late for a concert across town, the band invites you to ride along.Hop into their gleaming limousine and speed off into the night as Aerosmith’s hard-rock harmonies fill the air. Buckle up before zooming through the city on this roller-coaster style attraction.
Rock this Way
Speed through iconic Hollywood landmarks. Maneuver past traffic jams and swoop into 3 thrilling inversions—2 rollover loops and one corkscrew—as the wind races across your face.Will you make it to the year’s biggest concert in time?
Were you in the Park today? Did you see the smoke near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster? Let us know in the comments below.