Temporary closure of Boca Chica Beach, State Hwy 4 for SpaceX testing

BROWNSVILLE, Texas ( ValleyCentral ) — Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr. has ordered the temporary closure of access to Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 for SpaceX testing.

The closure will begin from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday from FM 1419 (Oklahoma Avenue) to the entrance of Boca Chica Beach, according to a release.

“I have ordered the closure of Boca Chica Beach and Hwy 4 for the purpose of protecting Public Health and Safety during SpaceX non-flight testing activities on April 30, 2024 in the time period between 7:00 a.m. C.S.T. to 7:00 p.m. C.S.T., of the same day,” Trevino stated.

SpaceX will coordinate with law enforcement to ensure no individuals or vehicles are allowed access to these areas during testing.

SpaceX will establish a safety zone perimeter that will include two temporary checkpoints on Highway 4. Individuals who provide proof of residence between the checkpoints will be allowed to proceed through the soft checkpoint and access their homes during testing, the release stated.

Access beyond the hard checkpoint to the beach will not be permitted during the temporary closure.

The beach will be closed and those wanting to visit may do so on South Padre Island at County parks: Beach Access 3, Beach Access 4, Beach Access 4 West or Beach Access 5 West.

Those with questions or concerns can refer to the Cameron County website.

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