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Man dies of cardiac emergency after riding Disney’s ‘It’s a Small World’ attraction

Man dies of cardiac emergency after riding Disney’s ‘It’s a Small World’ attraction
Man dies of cardiac emergency after riding Disney’s ‘It’s a Small World’ attraction

In the second quarter of 2026, nine health incidents were reported at Disney World and Universal Studios.

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Disney visitor died after suffering a cardiac emergency on one of the park’s rides, according to a report from the Florida Department of Agriculture.

The MOU Exempt Facilities Report, which is released quarterly, includes injuries reported by Florida theme parks that required a 24-hour hospital stay. The reports are done voluntarily by the parks.

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In the second quarter of 2026, months April through July, nine health incidents were reported at Disney World and Universal Studios.

Among these was a 54-year-old man who had a cardiac emergency while on the “It’s a Small World” ride on April 24, 2026.

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The man was taken to a hospital, where he died. The report stated he had a preexisting condition before getting on the ride.

Another Disney World visitor who was injured was a 41-year-old woman who hit her head while riding the Snow Stormers attraction on April 6. She suffered from a laceration and survived.

No injuries were reported at SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens, or Legoland in the second quarter.

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