, Fla. — People along the Space Coast have already staked out their spots for the Artemis I launch set for Saturday afternoon.

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Brevard County leaders said they’re expecting 400,000 people to show up to see the launch, twice as many as first expected for the first attempt.

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Some folks had their spots last week, and they’ve been patiently waiting for the launch ever since. Others found a spot Friday and are holding it down.

But what about after the launch?

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Thousands of sightseers are setup and ready to watch NASA’s launch of Artemis I.

“When the launch is over, (then) you’re going to see the gridlock, you’re to see the bumper-to-bumper traffic,” said Don Walker, Brevard County communications director.

The launch window opens at 2:17 p.m. Saturday.

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