Credit: Jerry Clack, FlickrA new emergency alert out of Walt Disney World has drawn concern from guests and fans alike.
According to the social media account Walt Disney World: Active Calls (@WDWActiveCrime), a possible fire was reported early Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025, at Disney’s Pop Century Resort. The alert, posted at 8:19 a.m., read:
“🔥 Fire Alert – 11/11/25 8:19 AM🔥: Fire at 📍 : Pop Century Resort #WaltDisneyWorld #disney”
As of now, there has been no official statement from Walt Disney World Resort or the Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirming the severity of the situation, whether the fire was contained, or if guests were impacted. Details remain limited, but the report adds to a troubling streak of recent emergency calls across Disney property. All of this is taking place while Walt Disney World is stuck in a freeze warning.
🔥 Fire Alert – 11/11/25 8:19 AM
🔥: Fire at 📍 : Pop Century Resort#WaltDisneyWorld #Disney pic.twitter.com/B0BZaSlfAA— Walt Disney World: Active Calls (@WDWActiveCrime) November 11, 2025
A Morning Fire Report
The alert, which has since been shared across social media, did not specify the building or area of Pop Century affected. The resort—known for its bright, nostalgic theming celebrating pop culture from the 1950s through the 1990s—is one of Disney’s most popular “Value” properties, often filled with families, school groups, and international travelers.
Guests reported no official evacuation messages early Tuesday, but it’s not uncommon for Disney to quietly manage such incidents without disrupting large numbers of guests. In some cases, fire alarms, smoke investigations, or small electrical issues can trigger precautionary responses from emergency personnel.
A Tragic Pattern at Pop Century
Tuesday’s report follows the death of a female guest in her 40s at the same resort just over a week earlier, on November 2, 2025. Authorities confirmed that the woman passed away in her hotel room. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office later stated that there were no signs of foul play, though no cause of death has been made public.
The woman’s death marked the fourth guest fatality at a Central Florida Disney Resort in just a few weeks, prompting widespread concern among Disney fans. The incident was first reported through the same social media account that monitors emergency radio traffic around Walt Disney World.
Pop Century, which sits along Hourglass Lake and connects to Disney’s Skyliner gondola system, is no stranger to large-scale emergency responses, often due to its size and constant occupancy. Still, to have multiple emergency events in such a short span has many in the Disney community on edge.
A String of Unsettling Incidents at Disney Resorts
The recent death at Pop Century came after several other tragedies across Walt Disney World property. On October 14, reports emerged from Disney’s Contemporary Resort suggesting a Monorail incident involving a guest. It was later confirmed that 31-year-old Summer Equitz, a self-described Disney superfan from Illinois, had died by suicide after falling from a balcony.
Just a week later, on October 21, first responders were called to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds, where a man in his 60s suffered a fatal medical episode.
Then, on October 23, guests reported crime scene tape and a white tent near the pool area of Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, where 28-year-old Matthew Cohn fell from a 12th-floor balcony. His death was also ruled a suicide.
As if that weren’t enough, another woman reportedly died on November 8 at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, though details about her cause of death remain undisclosed. Officials again said there was no indication of foul play.
In less than a month, five separate deaths have been reported across Walt Disney World Resort hotels, each drawing renewed scrutiny to guest safety and mental health awareness at what’s often described as “The Most Magical Place on Earth.”
A “Suspicious Hazard” Adds to the Chaos
Only a day before the Pop Century fire report, the same emergency monitoring account posted about a “suspicious hazard” near EPCOT’s Resort Area. The alert—issued at approximately 3:00 p.m. on November 10—suggested police were responding to a potential safety concern somewhere between Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn.
It’s unclear what that hazard involved, though authorities appeared to treat the matter seriously. Guests in the area did not report any mass evacuations or closures, indicating that it may have been a precautionary measure, such as an unattended bag or suspicious item.
The series of alerts has led to an uncomfortable narrative: while Disney World continues its festive holiday season preparations, the resort has faced an unusually heavy number of emergency responses, ranging from medical incidents to potential fire and safety threats.
Disney’s Silence and Guest Reactions
As of now, Disney has not released a public statement regarding Tuesday’s fire report. This is not unusual—Walt Disney World rarely comments on emergency activity unless it directly affects guest operations or park hours. The company typically leaves investigation details to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office or local fire departments.
Guests staying at Pop Century have expressed a mixture of concern and confusion online. Some travelers reported hearing sirens near the resort, while others staying nearby claimed they noticed no disruption at all. Without an official update, speculation remains high.
In past situations, Disney has been known to quietly relocate guests to nearby resorts like Art of Animation or Caribbean Beach if certain buildings experience maintenance or safety concerns. However, as of Tuesday morning, there were no verified reports of mass relocations or building closures at Pop Century.
What Guests Should Do
For travelers currently staying at or heading to Pop Century, the best course of action is to monitor official Disney communications via the My Disney Experience app, resort front desks, or Cast Member announcements. Guests can also follow local Orlando media for verified updates from fire and law enforcement agencies.
It’s important to note that emergency alerts on social media often surface before full details are available—and not all reported incidents result in major disruptions. Nonetheless, guests should remain aware and prepared for possible precautionary actions, such as fire alarms or short-term evacuations.
Ongoing Concerns at “The Most Magical Place on Earth”
The recent string of tragic and concerning incidents across Walt Disney World property has raised questions about guest well-being, emergency preparedness, and the mental health resources available at the resort. While most visits to Disney remain safe and uneventful, the concentrated number of emergency calls in such a short time has not gone unnoticed.
For now, it remains unclear whether the reported fire at Pop Century Resort posed any significant threat or was quickly contained. What is certain is that guests and fans are watching closely for official updates, hoping for good news after several difficult weeks at the world’s most famous vacation destination.