Now, deputies are handling the patrols and the Beach Safety team of lifeguards are keeping their eyes glued to the water. It’s the first official weekend Volusia Sheriff’s Office is taking over the law enforcement role on the beach under a new state law that just went into effect. “I think before this we maybe saw a lifeguard for the weeks leading up to this and then hardly ever law enforcement, but they’re out a lot today,” Creager said. Local beachgoers also noticed a big uptick in law enforcement on the beach compared to years prior. so you kind of know when people are coming through,” said Kit Creager from Ormond Beach. “The best thing is you can see miles up and down the beach. “It’s really great just to come out here and just enjoy the weather,” said Danielle Harris from Orlando.Ĭars were parked along the beach as far as the eye can see and parents were on their toes keeping a look out for little ones with the traffic. People still found ways to enjoy the beach, many driving in from around Central Florida.Īccording to Beach Safety officials, 237 people were rescued on Monday, bringing the total for the holiday weekend to 299. The rip currents making it a bit dangerous to head into the water, though, meaning lifeguards were busy. – It’s always one of the biggest beach days of the year and Volusia’s beaches were packed in early Monday morning.
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