Orange Crush Chaos: Fun or Fiasco?

The Orange Crush event is considered both enjoyable and a disaster, depending on the perspective. For attendees, especially students and alumni from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), it's seen as a significant and enjoyable gathering, akin to a second spring break or another homecoming. It offers a chance for celebration, socializing, and enjoying the beach. However, from the perspective of local residents and city officials, Orange Crush can be seen as a disaster due to the strain it places on resources, the challenges in managing the large crowds, and the incidents of violence, traffic congestion, and littering that have occurred in the past15.