Disneyland and Angel Stadium in Anaheim experienced disruptions Tuesday due to a citywide water pressure crisis. The city reported "technical issues" with drawing water from its groundwater wells, prompting officials to utilize additional river water to compensate for the shortage.
The water pressure problems led to the temporary closure of public restrooms within Disneyland, leaving thousands of guests frustrated as park staff redirected them. Some restaurants within the theme park also experienced temporary closures. Similar issues affected Angel Stadium and other areas of Anaheim, including parts of downtown and the surrounding resort area.
Mike Lyster, a representative for the city of Anaheim, stated that officials maintained communication with affected institutions, including the theme parks and the stadium, as well as residents. He explained that approximately 75% of Anaheim's water supply typically comes from groundwater wells, with the remaining 25% sourced from the Colorado River. The city was unable to draw from specific wells during the incident but reported that other wells were operational.
Disneyland acknowledged the temporary impact on park operations and stated that its teams worked quickly to assist affected guests, appreciating their understanding. Visitors generally did not blame the theme park for the outage, with many recognizing it was beyond the park's control. While some guests expressed frustration over the inconvenience, others described the situation as chaotic but managed as best as possible by park employees.
City officials anticipated that water pressure would improve within an hour of the initial reports. By Tuesday evening, the pressure issues were resolved, and normal park operations resumed.
