Hurricane Hits Hard, but Disney Hits Harder – You’ll Be Outraged by Their $10 Scheme!

Disney has faced a wave of backlash after stranded guests at their Florida resort were charged $10 for what many called an overpriced ‘hurricane kit’ during the landfall of Hurricane Milton. The kits, designed for those stuck at the resort as the storm swept through the state, contained little more than peanut butter, jelly, bread, and plastic cutlery.

The iconic theme park was forced to shut down earlier this week as winds reaching speeds of 160 mph wreaked havoc across Florida, causing widespread damage, power outages, and, tragically, several deaths. Guests already staying at Disney World had no choice but to wait out the storm, with many taking refuge in their rooms.

On Wednesday, Disney offered its stranded visitors what they called a ‘sandwich kit’ for $10. The pack included a jar of Jif peanut butter, jelly, a loaf of bread, and basic utensils, all packaged in a Disney-branded bag.

The decision to charge for the kits quickly sparked outrage online, with critics slamming the company for seemingly profiting off those stuck in a crisis.

“I was thinking oh how sweet! Then saw they were charging $10,” one user shared, reflecting the initial surprise many felt at the offer.

Another echoed the sentiment, saying, “First 5 seconds I think aww what a lovely thing to do Disney. Then see $10 wow don’t you have enough money Disney.”

Others were more blunt in their criticism, with one commenter stating, “Disney should have given them FREE!” while another wrote, “The way my mouth DROPPED when I saw they were charging for these.”

Guests, already facing the stress of a deadly hurricane, expressed disbelief at the price. “I’m sorry WHAT?! They are CHARGING YOU?!” exclaimed one person, while another chimed in, “Unbelievable! They should be giving this away!”

Adding to the frustration, some visitors pointed out that Disney had labeled the $10 charge as a “special price,” further fueling the outrage. “Not only is it $10, but they have the nerve to call it a ‘special price,'” one guest noted.

Amid the backlash, Disney also reportedly offered stranded guests board games and puzzles for 25 cents each, which, while a bargain, did little to soothe the anger many felt over the sandwich kits.

The U.S. Sun reached out to Disney for a statement on the situation, but no response was given at the time of writing.

Hurricane Milton has been a deadly force, already claiming multiple lives and leaving a path of destruction in its wake. The Category 3 storm made landfall in Siesta Key, Florida, and has brought heavy rains, tornadoes, and storm surges that have devastated several areas. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis remarked that while Milton wasn’t the worst-case scenario, Sarasota County was hit particularly hard by storm surges.

In response to the storm, President Joe Biden has deployed thousands of federal personnel, including over 1,000 Coast Guard members, to assist with rescue and recovery efforts. Tampa Bay, home to the Buccaneers’ NFL team, saw its stadium nearly submerged under water, and nearby buildings suffered significant structural damage.

As recovery efforts continue across the state, Disney’s decision to charge guests for the hurricane kits has drawn widespread criticism, with many calling for more compassion in such trying times. For now, stranded visitors are left waiting, not just for the storm to pass, but for the company’s response to the backlash that has followed.