NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. – People flocked to New Smyrna Beach on Friday, forcing the beach approach on Flagler Avenue to close at 10 a.m.
because it already reached maximum capacity. The city’s mayor addressed the issue on crowds during a Facebook video on Thursday and claimed that some residents feel vulnerable and exposed once visitors are off the sand.“The concern is as they’re coming to and from the beach and they’re stopping at our community, touching gas handles, and being at gas stations, at restaurants and grocery stores.
That’s just increased exposure for our elderly and at-risk residents that isn’t necessary every weekend,” said Mayor Russ Owen.Owen said he's approached the Volusia County Council with a possible solution, which is.