ORLANDO, Fla. – Unless you’ve been living completely off the grid — with no social media, no TV and no group chats — then you already know: today is the official grand opening of Epic Universe right here in Orlando. Yep, it’s finally here, and it’s just as, well, epic as promised.
For months, we’ve been covering every angle of this highly anticipated theme park. From what it means for our local economy to how it might affect home values and job growth, there’s been no shortage of buzz. But let’s be real, while all of that is important, most of us just want to know one thing: what is this going to do to our traffic?
That’s where I come in.
Today on Trooper Steve on Patrol, I’m hitting the roads with you. Not just reporting from a distance, but actively driving into the storm (or portal, depending on how you look at it) to see firsthand how this grand opening impacts our daily drive.
Will I find gridlock on I-4? Backups on Kirkman? Detours for days? Or will the roads surprise us?
Join me for a special live stream as I experience this massive milestone alongside our community. We’ll take a look at real-time traffic conditions, chat about what drivers are experiencing, and maybe even sneak in a look at some excited park-goers along the way.
Let’s see if this grand opening is just a win for thrill-seekers or if it’s also a challenge for commuters. Either way, we’re in it together.
Watch live at 10 a.m. Drive smart. Stay epic.