News: A second death has been reported by guests inside Disney World Resort’s Disney Springs in less than 12 hours, leading to the possibility of the entire district shutting down under authority by law enforcement officials.
Tragedy Strikes Disney Springs as Second Death Reported in Less Than 12 Hours
Emergency responders rushed to Disney Springs on January 3, 2026, at 10:17 a.m. for a new incident, marking the second reported death there in under 12 hours after Friday night’s tragedy at the Orange Garage. As law enforcement swarms the area again, whispers of a full shutdown grow louder.
Picture families wrapping up holiday shopping amid twinkling lights at Disney Springs, only to stumble upon flashing sirens and cordoned-off zones—twice in a single weekend. What started as a festive escape turned haunting fast. Guests now wonder: will the entire district close its doors?
Chaos Unfolds in Orange Garage
Emergency calls hit around 8:55 p.m. EST on January 2 near East Buena Vista Drive, first labeled a “person down,” then upgraded to “dead person.” Deputies secured the lower level of the Orange Garage, a key parking hub for the West Side, draping a blue tarp over the scene to shield thousands of departing visitors.
What we know: This call carries a different call number than yesterday’s incident. In addition, the Sheriff’s Office did not immediately release the call to public view; it originated at 10:17 a.m. and did not appear publicly until 12:57 p.m…