Hundreds of high school seniors made their way to New Smyrna Beach for Senior Skip Day. However, the crowds weren't as large as law enforcement had anticipated. "I feel like they just got scared," said Elian Feliciano,

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. — Police in New Smyrna Beach are warning residents about an unsanctioned event that could bring huge crowds. Officials said a “senior skip day” gathering is being loosely organized by some online for spring break.

New Smyrna Beach police are implementing a "special event zone" ordinance for a "senior skip day." Learn where it's active and what could happen to rule breakers.

Ahead of "Senior Skip Day" and Spring Break, the New Smyrna Beach Police Department is establishing a Special Event Zone, which allows for increased fines and higher penalties for those in violation of certain safety provisions.