08 29 06

Bruce Buckingham Kennedy Space Center, Fla 321-867-2468

RELEASE: 56-06

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER CLOSES FOR TROPICAL STORM ERNESTO

As a result of Tropical Storm Ernesto approaching Central Florida, Kennedy Space Center will close at midnight tonight

All non-essential KSC employees are being asked not to report to work on Wednesday, Aug 30 Based on current conditions, the center is expected to reopen Thursday, Aug 31, or as soon as the "all clear" is given

A ride-out crew has been designated and will remain at KSC in critical facilities during the storm

If HURCON I (hurricane condition with 58 mph sustained winds within 12 hours) is declared, the ride-out crew will report to their appointed stations until the "all clear" is given

The KSC Press Site is closed at this time and will remain closed until the "all clear" is given

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