A devastating fire broke out at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT park in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday, forcing the evacuation of thousands of visitors. The blaze erupted just after 7 PM local time, sending shockwaves throughout the park.

According to eyewitnesses, the fire began in a storage area near the park’s iconic Spaceship Earth attraction. “I was walking by the Spaceship Earth when I saw flames shooting out of a storage room,” said one visitor. “It was like something out of a movie. People were running and screaming, trying to get away from the fire.”

Firefighters from the Reedy Creek Fire Department responded quickly to the scene, battling the blaze and containing it within a short period. Despite the chaos, no injuries were reported, and park officials confirmed that all visitors were safely evacuated.

An investigation into the cause of the fire has revealed that an electrical malfunction in the storage area was the likely culprit. “Preliminary findings indicate that an electrical issue sparked the fire,” said a spokesperson for the Reedy Creek Fire Department. “We are still conducting a thorough investigation, but it appears that the fire was accidental and not intentional.”

The fire has raised concerns about the safety of the park’s electrical infrastructure, with some visitors expressing worry about the potential for future incidents. “It’s scary to think that something like this could happen at a place like Disney World,” said one visitor. “I hope they take steps to ensure it doesn’t happen again.”

In response to the incident, Disney World officials have assured visitors that the safety of their guests is their top priority. “We take the safety of our guests very seriously,” said a spokesperson for Walt Disney World. “We are cooperating fully with the investigation and will take any necessary steps to prevent incidents like this from happening in the future.”

The fire has not affected the park’s operating hours, and EPCOT has resumed normal operations. However, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and taking proactive measures to prevent accidents.