Launch Day Traffic Alert for Artemis I, Aug. 29, 2022

 
CAPE CANAVERAL SPACE FORCE STATION, FLORIDA –  The Space Coast is anticipating between 100,000-200,000 people to visit Brevard County for the Artemis I launch on August 29, 2022, with a 2-hour launch window opening at 08:33 AM EDT.
 
Important Notes for Cocoa Beach Residents and Visitors:

• State Road A1A (Cocoa Beach) - NO LEFT TURN from northbound A1A to State Road 520 westbound.
  
• Motorists on A1A will proceed northbound to SR 528 or U-turn at George King.
  
• Southbound should proceed to SR 404 Pineda Causeway to US Highway 1 or I-95.

 
The following traffic tips are courtesy of https://www.visitspacecoast.com/launch-resources

• If you live or work in the north, central, and beachside areas, plan accordingly and stay off the roadways if possible to avoid traffic congestion.
• If you must travel along these corridors, please plan for extra commute time to work and school.
• Consider running errands over the weekend before the launch to avoid traffic.
• ALWAYS watch for and yield to pedestrians/bicyclists crossing. There will be heavy foot traffic especially along our beaches.
• Obey ALL traffic laws. Do not run red lights, speed, or drive distracted.
• Once the launch is completed traffic will be funneled from East on SR 528 to A1A South and then to SR 520.