The modern day version of a "Hurricane Party" in Panama City
Unconfirmed: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Camille#Hurricane_Party

"Authorities admit wherever there are people congregating, there will be risks of spreading the virus, but others say they do not want to jump the gun on a decision just yet."

My guess, if they draw out the decision long enough, spring break will be over and they look like they took the high road, and then can count their money. tsk

IMO its embarrassing the rest of Florida took so long to see the light and close the beaches, but then its Florida. eyes

https://www.mypanhandle.com/community/panama-city-beach-will-not-be-closing-its-beaches/



Reality check, that half the population is smarter then 50% of the people and it's a constantly contested fact.