Due to the recent activity, local law enforcement agencies are beginning to crack down on spring breakers. Earlier today, Panama City Beach officials implemented two special event zones, increased police presence, and closed three public parking lots to manage crowd sizes better. Those visiting to have fun have varying opinions about the initiatives. “It’s kind of interfering with a lot of stuff that’s going on,” one spring breaker mentioned. “But I think it’s a good idea to keep people safe because nobody wants to be dead,” she continued. Another visitor said the police presence made her feel anxious. “It makes me feel a little more cautious because I feel like I have to watch my back a little bit.” But one man was in favor. “I like it since the police are here,” he stated. It feels like it’s safer and a better environment for me to hang out and be with my friends without negative violence.” Special Event Zone 1 encompasses West Pier Park Drive to Hills Road. The other spans Richard Jackson Blvd. to Front Beach, Moylan Road, North Lagoon Drive, and Joan Avenue. Zone two begins at Richard Jackson and includes everything from Front Beach and Moylan Road to North Lagoon Drive and Joan Avenue. The Bay County Sheriff’s office also has Special Event Zones in place. Theirs includes the Publix Sports Park and east of Back Beach Road to Navy Boulevard. It continues west down Front Beach Road to Thomas Drive down by Newby’s and ends just east of Rick Seltzer Park. Beach officials have also closed three public parking lots to help manage crowd sizes. A decision that sparked frustration among spring breakers. “Public Parking is really hard to find. I don’t like it” said one spring breaker. Pier Park has also established a few initiatives to keep people safe this weekend by setting up security checkpoints and restricting large bags and facial coverings. Despite all of these measures, many families remain hesitant about returning. “The police presence here has been good,” said one father from Michigan. “And we have enjoyed it, and we’ve seen it,” he continued. “We’ve seen a lot of it. But we also heard that they were only about 100 yards away or so from where the shooting happened, so that definitely concerns us. Even if there is a higher police presence, will it deter this kind of stuff from happening?” These Special Event Zones and temporary initiatives will remain in effect until Monday morning. However, beach officials say they could return next weekend.