Gertie's Tale: A Disney Dinosaur's Tail Falls Off
Disney fans, brace yourselves for a tale as old as time itself: the tragic story of Gertie the Dinosaur's tail. Yes, you read that right. Gertie, the beloved green brontosaurus, has suffered a devastating loss. Her iconic tail, a symbol of Disney's early days, has fallen off into the water at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
The saga began with a simple crack. On February 14, our diligent reporters noticed a deep horizontal crack running along Gertie's tail. This crack, hidden by landscaping, was exposed due to the removal of vegetation caused by Florida's recent freezing temperatures. It was a subtle warning sign, one that Disney initially ignored.
By February 16, a quick fix was attempted: the crack was patched and painted over. But this temporary solution proved futile. By February 27, the crack had reopened, a stark reminder of the underlying issue.
And now, the unthinkable has happened. Gertie's tail has fallen off into the water. Her iconic 'Ice Cream of Extinction' remains open, but the once-cherished tail now rests at the bottom of the lake beside her. It's a bittersweet moment for Disney fans, as we hope for a swift resolution to this unfortunate incident.
Dinosaur Gertie's Ice Cream of Extinction, a beloved attraction since 1989, continues to operate, but the loss of Gertie's tail is a stark reminder of the fragility of even the most beloved Disney creations. Are you a fan of Gertie? Share your thoughts on social media! For the latest Disney Parks news, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
