A state regulatory report from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has confirmed that a 54-year-old man died following a cardiac emergency on the 'It's a Small World' attraction at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. The incident occurred on April 24, 2026, while the guest, who had a pre-existing medical condition, was riding the slow-moving boat ride. Park staff and emergency medical services responded and transported him to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His identity and detailed medical history have not been released. The case became public on July 17, 2026, through FDACS’s quarterly injury report.

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