A bear made its way into Disney World in Florida: several areas of the park were closed because of it

An adult black bear climbed a tree near Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Because of this, more than a dozen attractions were temporarily closed, reports Fox35.

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Biologists and law enforcement agencies safely captured the bear, an adult female.

No further details about where the bear was captured, its condition or how it came to be on Walt Disney World property were immediately released.

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said the bear will be relocated to or near the Ocala National Forest in Marion County, Florida, which is about 90 minutes north of the Walt Disney World Resort.

The bear was spotted on the morning of September 18 in a tree near Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Several areas and attractions on the west side of Magic Kingdom have been temporarily closed, including parts of Adventureland, Frontierland and Liberty Square.

Several popular attractions also closed briefly, including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean.

These areas and attractions have now reopened.

“FWC is aware of a black bear sighting in a tree on Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom property. Biologists from the FWC Bear Management Program are on the scene, as are FWC law enforcement officials, the FWC said in a statement early on the morning of Sept. 18. “In most cases, it is best for bears to be given room to move around on their own, but in this situation, staff are working to capture and relocate the bear.”

Walt Disney World confirmed in a statement that it is working with the FWC: “We are working with the FWC and have made the decision to reopen Frontierland, Liberty Square and Adventureland at Magic Kingdom Park.”

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While it is not uncommon for attractions to go down unexpectedly during the day - whether due to maintenance, weather, repairs or some other reason - it is unusual for so many attractions to close for the entire day at the same time.

Most of these attractions began opening shortly after 13 p.m. As of 00:15. all attractions were open except the Walt Disney World Railroad. It remained closed.

Bears in Florida: Helpful Tips

Just last week, the FWC issued a press release reminding residents and visitors that black bears become more active as fall approaches. Black bears eat more in the fall to increase their fat reserves before winter.

Adult bears need to eat about 20 calories each day in the fall, according to the FWC. Bears may find readily available food, such as bird feeders, uncovered trash cans, or outdoor pet food.

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“Any available food source, such as unsecured trash, pet food or bird seed, can be tempting to a hungry bear preparing for winter, potentially drawing it into conflict with humans,” said FWC Bear Management Program Coordinator Mike Orlando in a statement. report. “However, if the bears don’t find a food source nearby, they will move on.”

Here are some tips to remember:

• Never feed or approach bears.
• Close access to food and trash.
• Remove or secure bird feeders.
• Never leave pet food outside.
• Clean and hide grills.
• Warn your neighbors if you see a bear.

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