East-West routes open following recent accident on State Road 528

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(Free-Press-Release.com) January 1, 2012 -- "We are disheartened about this tragic accident and our hearts go out to the families of the victims," said Rob Varley, executive director of the Space Coast Office of Tourism in Brevard County, Fla. But for visitors with plans to come to the Space Coast, Port Canaveral or Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, it should be known that the roads are open, he said.

Brevard County, known as the Space Coast, is home to top hotels, restaurants, beaches and attractions that span 72 miles along the East Coast of Florida.

"You can get to Port Canaveral and the Space Coast by taking State Road 528, The Beachline," Varley said. "But we want to make sure the people are careful when approaching the vicinity of Merritt Island. If you are driving Eastbound, be prepared to slow down after you come across the first causeway. If you're heading Westbound, also be prepared to have a little patience."

Those traveling in both directions on SR 528 will experience a delay in the Merritt Island area where an accident occurred leaving two people dead and a section of SR 528 and SR 3 (Courtenay Parkway) closed to traffic. There are off-ramps and on-ramps in the area that lead drivers off, and then back onto SR 528.

For those going to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, drivers who are on the beachside can take SR 3, from The Beachline, but upon the return from the attraction, it is suggested to take U.S. 1 to The Beachline.

It is also suggested that if visitors are heading to Cocoa Beach-area attractions, restaurants, the beach or hotels, State Road 520 is a convenient alternative to State Road 528. Drivers can get to SR 520 from Exit 31 off SR 528.

For more information on roads and travel in Florida go to the Florida Department of Transportation Web site at www.dot.state.fl.us/ or call (850) 414-4590.

For more information on hotels, attractions, restaurants and Brevard County tourism, go to www.space-coast.com.

Located 35 miles (56 km) east of Orlando, Florida’s Space Coast is home to Orlando’s closest beaches. A family-friendly destination with more than 10,000 guest rooms, the area is an ideal, value getaway offering adventure, history and nature. With 72 miles (110 km) of beaches, the longest stretch in the state, and 250 square miles of wildlife refuge, the Space Coast is one of the largest intact eco-systems in Florida. Home to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, it is the only place in the country where one can watch a live Shuttle launch. Encompassing Cocoa Beach, Melbourne Beach, Palm Bay and Titusville, the Space Coast also is noted for surfing, its numerous history and art museums, and a popular cruise port, Port Canaveral. For more information, contact the Space Coast Office of Tourism at (877) 572-3224 or visit www.space-coast.com.

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