Coastal flooding closes parts of Playalinda Beach as high winds and waves batter shoreline

Parts of Playalinda Beach in Brevard County are temporarily closed as high tides, strong winds and coastal flooding create hazardous conditions along the shoreline, forcing park officials to restrict access to roads, parking areas and hiking trails.Park rangers have closed Playalinda Road north of Parking Lot 8 because of coastal flooding and high winds near the Playalinda Beach. The closures come as powerful waves and rising water threaten the shoreline, with erosion and sand washing over the road posing recurring challenges for the park.Road, parking lots and beach access closedPark officials have closed Parking Lots 9 through 13 to vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians. Beach access north of Boardwalk 8 is also completely blocked off.Officials have also suspended all backcountry hiking permits until further notice as crews respond to the hazardous conditions.The restrictions are intended to keep visitors away from areas where flooding, strong winds and changing coastal conditions could