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A woman’s recent social media post about Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park has gone semi-viral, sparking heated discussions about the cleanliness of the park’s floating tubes. Her claims that the floats had “mold on the bottoms” quickly circulated online, but viewers were swift to debunk her observations, pointing out that the supposed mold was possibly something else entirely.
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The Viral Post and Reaction
The woman’s post featured a series of images and videos of the floating tubes, with discoloration visible on their undersides. She captioned the post:
 “I also checked my videos from last year and they were also like this 🫢 The only reason I noticed it was bc there was new floaters with nothing on the bottom! Is this normal?!! That’s mold on the bottoms, right? Someone explain lol.”
While her post initially gained traction, with some expressing concern over hygiene at the park, many viewers were quick to jump in with explanations. Several commenters clarified that the discoloration was not mold but algae—a common occurrence in water parks and outdoor environments where floats come into contact with water.
@leonar.olivares I also checked my videos from last year and they were also like this 🫢 Thw only reason I noticed it was bc there was new floaters with nothing on the bottom! Is this normal?!! Thats mold on the bottoms right? Someone explain lol Plz and thank you! . . . . . . #blizzardbeach #mold #waterpark #disneywaterpark #disneyblizzardbeach #disneymold #moldawareness #waterparkmaintenance #disneyworld #disneyparks #disneycreators #disneyworld #disneygram #waltdisneyworld #thisismagic #disneycreator #disneymagic #disneystyle #disneyhumor #wdwap #disneybound #disneychristmas #disneysboardwalk #disneyadult #disneyannualpassholder #trendingreels
Others defended Disney’s maintenance practices, noting that Blizzard Beach is a seasonal park and that some algae growth is inevitable in a water-based attraction, especially in Florida’s humid climate.
What is Blizzard Beach at Disney?
Blizzard Beach is one of two water parks at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. The park, which first opened in 1995, features a unique snow-covered ski resort theme, complete with “melting snow” and water slides that mimic ski slopes. Its iconic attractions include Summit Plummet, a 120-foot-tall free-fall water slide, and the Cross Country Creek lazy river.
The park’s whimsical theme centers around a fictional story in which a freak snowstorm led to the creation of a ski resort in Florida, only for the snow to melt, transforming the area into a water park. Blizzard Beach has become a popular destination for families looking to cool off while enjoying Disney’s signature creativity and attention to detail.
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A Case of Misunderstanding?
While the woman’s post briefly drew attention, the situation seems to have been a misunderstanding. Algae growth on water park floats is not unusual and is generally harmless. It’s also worth noting that Disney is known for its rigorous cleaning protocols, particularly in high-traffic areas like Blizzard Beach.
This situation highlights how quickly online claims can spread and how important it is to verify information before jumping to conclusions. While the post garnered attention, the quick debunking by other viewers underscores the importance of context and understanding in interpreting situations like this.
Blizzard Beach visitors can rest assured that their favorite floats aren’t likely harboring mold but rather a touch of the great outdoors that comes with any water park experience. What do you think about this?
