VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office will be out in full force for Memorial Day as heavy crowds are expected on the beach.

What You Need To Know

  • Officials with the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office say they will have deputies out at beaches, on the water, and patrolling roadways for Memorial Day

  • As a reminder, they said alcohol and glass bottles are not allowed on the beach

  • Sheriff Mike Chitwood said the agency will have “zero tolerance” over the holiday

As beachgoers in Volusia County headed out for what is likely to be another busy day, law enforcement officials said they expected to have a large presence of their own.

Between crowds, heavier traffic, and more boats out on the water, Sheriff Mike Chitwood said the agency will be out in full force with a zero-tolerance policy for unlawful behavior.

In Volusia County, alcohol and glass bottles are prohibited on the beach. Likewise, loud music should not be heard more than 50 feet away from your vehicle.

“We really have zero tolerance," Chitwood said. "If you want to come here and act a fool, we have a place for you at the happiest place on Earth, which is the Volusia County jail."

Events are also expected across Central Florida, for a full list, click here.