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Car Wreck Reported at Disney World Florida, Tragic Photo Emerges

A family’s Walt Disney World Resort vacation took a sudden and unfortunate turn when their car went off the road near Disney’s Beach Club Resort in Central Florida. The incident sparked widespread attention after a photo of the aftermath was shared online. While details remain unclear, the image has left Disney Parks fans both shocked and sympathetic.

Redditor u/ShadowDocket posted this photo showing the car stranded in a ditch. At least one person had evacuated the vehicle by the time the image was captured:

“They say you can’t have a bad day at Disney.”

They say you can’t have a bad day at Disney
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Social media users quickly responded to the post, speculating on the cause of the accident and sharing their experiences with driving on Disney property. Redditor u/ijswijsw theorized, “If I’m correct in where I’m assuming this is, driver was probably flying down EPCOT Resorts Blvd and lost it on the curve. Speed limits exist for a reason.”

Others commented on the dangers of driving in a tourist-heavy destination.

A monorail train passes by lush trees near the iconic geodesic dome of Spaceship Earth at Epcot, which is illuminated in purple and pink hues against the twilight sky.
Credit: Disney

I have lived in a lot of areas and I can say that Orlando has the worst drivers in the country,” u/feisty-succotash1720 commented. 

“Tourists anywhere have no idea how to drive!” u/jason54915 added. “I travel A LOT and laugh all the time. You are on vacation—why do you even rent a car if you cannot drive? Vegas is just as bad.”

Several Disney Parks fans shared their close calls while driving around Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney's Beach Club exterior.
Credit: Disney Vacation Club

“Was almost run off a Disney road by a semi earlier this year,” u/kittenmcmuffenz recalled. “The driver didn’t see us as we took the exit, and I guess he or she decided they needed the exit too right there and then.”

“Was heading to work on Christmas day and saw the front of a tesla smashed underneath the back of a white box truck,” said u/renouq. “Had 2 firetrucks blocking the area around it. Was at the light right next to Fantasia mini golf and the turn for swan and dolphin.”

The exact circumstances of the accident, including whether any passengers were injured, have not been confirmed. Emergency responders were reportedly on the scene shortly after the wreck. As Redditor u/noefficiency1054 noted, “They’ll have the help they need soon.”

Walt Disney World Resort’s Changing Roadway Oversight in Florida

Ron DeSantis
Credit: Gage Skidmore, Flickr

While Walt Disney World Resort previously managed its own roadways under the Reedy Creek Improvement District, this responsibility has since been transferred to the state. In 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis dissolved the Reedy Creek district, replacing it with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. This move gave state-appointed board members authority over the region’s infrastructure and emergency services beginning in 2023.

The change sparked legal disputes between Disney and Florida officials and has been a focal point of political debate. Though The Walt Disney Company fought the decision in court, the case was dismissed, solidifying the state’s control over the municipality.

Has anything interrupted your Walt Disney World Resort vacation? Disney Dining would love to hear from you in the comments. 

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.

2 Comments

  1. Except for major events, like the recent marathon, there is very little presence of the local Sheriff’s deputies. The county has a lot of officers, based on the number of cars they had there. They will magically appear, when called. But, speed patrols? I don’t see them out there. It is 45 mph headed into The Magic Kingdom entrance and I have been passed by speeding cars a whole lot more frequently since Prince Ron took over.

  2. It’s not just Orlando drivers, it’s Florida drivers. I live in South Fla, how many times people don’t signal, cut across on 95 or turnpike, cut you off to exit from their left land, drive in Left land 20 mph so you can’t pass. They are awful. Trucks in Express lane with big signs posted, NO trucks & where are the police?

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