The city of Miami Beach is pushing to reduce large gatherings along Ocean Drive — one of the region’s most popular social spots — amid efforts to hold stop the spread of the new coronavirus.
A Saturday release from the city notes the street had been closed to vehicles since Thursday.
“Effective immediately, the city will be reopening Ocean Drive to northbound and southbound vehicle traffic and will eliminate parking on the east side of the street,” the release reads.
“They will also be closing the beach from 7th to 10th streets starting at 4:30 p.m. To enforce this, Miami Beach Police will begin clearing the beach from 7th to 10th streets at 5 p.m.”
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Miami Beach Commissioner Mark Samuelian said he backs the efforts of the city to control the spread.
“The warnings from the health professionals have been clear regarding large crowds and the increased risk of spreading COVID-19,” Samuelian said.
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