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Emergency responders were called to reports of a fire on Walt Disney World Resort property on Monday morning. Here’s everything we know about the incident.

Fire on Disney World Property

An outdoor courtyard of Disney’s Flamingo Crossings features a large chess set with human-sized pieces. People are engaged in various activities, such as playing chess, walking, and sitting on benches. The area is decorated with plants, and yellow seating cubes are placed around, enhancing the chance to live at Disney.
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At 11:33 a.m. on August 17, someone called 911 about a fire at Flamingo Crossings Village in Central Florida. This recently constructed complex is home to several shops and hotels, as well as, most notably, the newest and only official housing for Disney College Program participants and other Walt Disney World Resort cast members. (Disney owns the land, but does not operate the hotels, shops, or residential areas on the property.)

Law enforcement scanner monitoring account @WDWActiveCrime shared the 911 call log on X (formerly known as Twitter):

🔥 Fire Alert – 8/17/26 11:33 AM
🔥: Fire at 📍: Flangingo Crossings Area
#WaltDisneyWorld #Disney

It’s unclear whether the fire actually occurred on the roadway pinpointed in the Google Maps screenshot attached to the post. Across Walt Disney World Resort, emergency responses are often logged at general addresses for theme parks, hotels, and other on-property locations rather than the exact coordinates of the incident.

A modern resort pool area at dusk features a large, multi-leveled swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs. Nearby, Disney’s Flamingo Crossings and a well-lit, multi-story structure are visible in the background, reflecting the vibrant ambiance and offering guests a chance to live in luxury.
Credit: Flamingo Crossings Village

The extent of the damage or any injuries from the fire is unknown. Walt Disney World Resort has not issued a statement about the emergency response at Flamingo Crossings Village on Monday morning.

What Disney Park Guests Need to Know

Walt Disney World Resort guests are unlikely to encounter any delays or disruptions following the reported fire at Flamingo Crossings Village on August 17. Families are encouraged to proceed with their vacation itineraries as planned.

disney world guests at magic kingdom during christmas time
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Of course, anyone who encounters a law enforcement or other emergency response during their Disney Parks vacation is encouraged to give the affected area space, follow instructions from cast members and authorities on the scene, and respect the privacy of anyone involved. Walt Disney World Resort has established policies to keep everyone safe and preserve the magic as much as possible.

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Jess Colopy

Jess Colopy is a Disney College Program alum and kid-at-heart. When she’s not furiously typing in a coffee shop, you can find her on the hunt for the newest Stitch pin.

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