The Davis family was also among those at Jacksonville Beach before 7 a.m. Just the crowds - It is really busy, and I like having space.” “We just plan to be out here for a little while, and then once it starts getting too busy, we will go back to the pool. I also keep distance from other people, letting people have their space. “Usually like to have people with me so if something happens, there are people who know where I am. Hannah Towler, who lives in Jacksonville Beach, came out to the shoreline early Monday morning to catch the sunrise with some family members visiting from Michigan. Thousands of people are expected to hit local beaches to celebrate the Fourth of July.