Disneyland hazmat incident sends cast members to the hospital, as officials cite an ‘unknown odor’ and a contractor-linked reaction
Four Disneyland cast members were hospitalized Tuesday after a hazmat situation involving an unknown odor in a backstage area near the Star Tours attraction, with responders arriving around 12: 30 p. m. ET.
What happened at Disneyland around 12: 30 p. m. ET?
Anaheim Fire Department crews responded to a report of an unknown odor in a backstage area near the Star Tours attraction in Tomorrowland at about 12: 30 p. m. ET. Anaheim Fire and Rescue spokesperson Matt Sutter said employees reported an odor and experienced minor symptoms after exposure in the same backstage location.
adjacent areas were closed while crews responded and were set to reopen shortly. Authorities also said the situation did not affect park operations and had no impact on guests.
Who was hospitalized and what symptoms were reported?
Accounts from officials describe employees experiencing minor symptoms. The Anaheim Fire Department said four employees were taken to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries, including dizziness and shortness of breath.
Disneyland five employees were transported to a local hospital after several people were evaluated and treated by on-site paramedics. Sutter described symptoms that included minor pain, shortness of breath, and dizziness.
Officials indicated it was unclear whether two of the people involved were cast members or theme park guests in one account; in another account, the hospitalized individuals were described as employees.
What officials say caused the odor—and what remains unclear
Disneyland officials later said the incident occurred after building materials used by a contractor created an unexpected reaction. The odor itself was described by responders as unknown at the time crews were dispatched.
The incident remains an ongoing report, and officials have not provided further details in the available information about the specific substance involved beyond describing it as an unknown odor and referencing a contractor-related reaction involving building materials.
