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JENSEN BEACH, Fla. — As Labor Day weekend approaches, local residents and tourists are preparing to flock to the coast, with Jensen Beach expected to see lots of visitors.

While the beach remained quiet Friday evening, residents say the calm won’t last long.

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“The parking lot will start filling up early. I think there will be a lot more people out,” said Cheryl Howard, a local resident.

“Especially off on Monday and Labor Day people and families love to get out and enjoy some time by the water,” added resident Isac Miles.

Families and visitors are already making plans to enjoy the sand and surf.

“We are trying to make the most out of it an

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