DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — UPDATE
Event organizers have announced that the event is back on!
ORIGINAL STORY
Organizers at Welcome to Rockville Festiville temporarily paused the show Friday as severe weather approached the venue, directing attendees to evacuate and seek shelter.
An emergency alert displayed across the festival grounds instructed guests to “calmly proceed to the nearest exit” as storms moved into the area.
Campers were told to return to the campgrounds and shelter inside their vehicles. Attendees who parked onsite were instructed to either remain in their vehicles or seek shelter in the grandstands near the Turn 1 entrance.
“All others, please exit and seek shelter in the grandstands,” the alert said.
Festival officials also urged attendees to monitor official social media channels for updates on weather conditions and possible reopening information.
No injuries were immediately reported. It was not immediately clear when performances would resume.
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