"Spring Break Turmoil: Miami Beach's Crowds Shrink Amid Chaos"

Chaos erupted on South Florida beaches as Spring Break kicked off with a massive brawl involving bikini-clad college students, prompting increased police presence in Fort Lauderdale. The annual getaway turned into a melee, reminiscent of a UFC match, with no clear reason for the brawl, although alcohol likely played a role. Miami's decision to impose new restrictions ahead of Spring Break seems to have shifted the madness up the coast, as Fort Lauderdale absorbs the massive party scene.