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Brightline testing trains up to 79 mph this week through Vero Beach, Gifford

NewsBrightline testing trains up to 79 mph this week through Vero Beach, Gifford

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Brightline is testing trains up to 79 mph along its rail corridor through the county.

The test stretch is about 6 miles of track between Vero Beach and Winter Beach. Drivers should expect longer wait times at affected crossings as the trains pass. Tests will be conducted 7 a.m. through 7 p.m. through Friday.

Brightline will have flaggers stationed at affected crossings, according to a news release.

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Here are the crossings within the testing corridor:

Winter Beach

  • 69th Street
  • 65th Street
  • Hawk’s Nest Golf Course

Gifford

  • 53rd Street
  • Lindsey Road
  • 45th Street
  • 43rd Street
  • 41st Street

Vero Beach

  • Aviation Boulevard
  • 26th Street
  • 14th Street

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