False Shooter Alarm at Disney's Magic Kingdom

A fight and the sound of popping balloons at Disney's Magic Kingdom sparked panic among visitors on Thursday night, leading to false reports of an active shooter. The Orange County Sheriff's Office quickly confirmed that there was no active shooter and the commotion was caused by a fight and balloons popping. Videos shared on social media showed chaos as guests scrambled for safety, with items and debris scattered throughout the park. Witnesses described scenes of distress, with many feeling they were in a life-threatening situation. Despite the panic, no injuries were reported, and normal operations resumed shortly after the incident was resolved. Disney expressed gratitude for the prompt response of law enforcement, ensuring that the park reopened the next day as scheduled.