FDOT Central Florida

06/01/2026

The new two-lane roundabout is opening soon at State Road 44 (East New York Avenue) and Kepler Road in DeLand, Volusia County!

Here’s what to expect:
• Smoother traffic flow with fewer delays
• Up to 50% more vehicles moving through at a time
• Reduced crashes and improved safety
• 25 mph speed limit

How to navigate it:
• Slow down as you approach
• Yield to traffic already in the roundabout
• Use the right lane for right turns
• Use the left lane for left turns or U-turns
• Use either lane to go straight
• Don’t switch lanes inside
• Signal when exiting

New features include a landscaped center, upgraded sidewalks and crosswalks, and a truck apron for large vehicles.

06/01/2026

🛑 Speed Check: Do You Know Your Stopping Distance?

E-bikes are faster AND heavier than regular bikes. That means longer stopping distances:
🚲 10 mph → 29–39 ft (about 2 car lengths)
⚡ 20 mph → 71–111 ft (about half a city block)
🚀 28 mph → 114–194 ft (nearly a full city block!)

70% of your stopping power comes from the front brake. Practice using both brakes together and brake earlier than you think you need to.

Standard bikes weigh 20–40 lbs. E-bikes weigh 40–80 lbs. More weight = more momentum = more distance to stop.

05/29/2026

UPDATE: The schedule and lane closure information for the Ocean Shore Boulevard (S.R. A1A) traffic shift and detour in Ormond Beach has been updated. Please see new details and map below.

UPDATE: Traffic Advisory: FDOT will implement daytime lane closures along Ocean Shore Boulevard (S.R. A1A) between East Granada Boulevard and Standish Drive in Ormond Beach Tuesday, June 2, and Wednesday, June 3.

The northbound and southbound lanes will be closed non-concurrently for paving operations.

The anticipated schedule is:
• Tuesday, June 2, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.: Motorists traveling northbound on Ocean Shore Boulevard will be redirected to the southbound side of the roadway to continue northbound.
• Tuesday, June 2, and Wednesday, June 3, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.: Motorists traveling southbound on Ocean Shore Boulevard will be directed to turn right onto westbound Standish Drive, turn left onto southbound North Halifax Drive, and then continue south to East Granada Boulevard. From there, motorists can turn left to return to Ocean Shore Boulevard.

Check the detour map for more info, stay alert, and follow posted detour signage. For project information and updates, visit www.cflroads.com/project/442874-1

05/29/2026

Know a teen driver? As Youth Traffic Safety Month comes to a close, talk to them about staying safe behind the wheel. Conversations about distractions, peer pressure, and making safe choices can make a real difference.

🚗 Offer to be a safe ride, no questions asked
👀 Talk through real driving scenarios
📵 Reinforce phones down, eyes up
👥 Limit passengers

Learn more at flteensafedriver.org and fdot.gov/d5safety/office-of-safety-resources/teen-driver-safety.

05/29/2026

Railroad safety isn’t just about your safety. It’s safety for all.

Respect the crews and first responders, other passengers, and your fellow Americans.

Strong communities look out for one another.

Stand together. Stay aware. Ride safely.

05/28/2026

The River of Lakes Heritage Corridor, located in FDOT District Five, was designated as a National Scenic Byway in 2021. Spanning 156 miles across Volusia County and north Seminole County, this road features many special attractions along the way, from DeLeon Springs to Historic Downtown Sanford.

05/28/2026

School’s out, summer is here, and so are the 100 Deadly Days of Summer, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when teen crashes increase nationwide.

In Florida alone, teen drivers were involved in more than 42,000 crashes in 2024.

This summer let’s flip the script. Parents, start the conversation. Set clear expectations and model safe driving habits.

👉 Visit FLTeenSafeDriver.org for tools and resources to help protect Florida’s young drivers.

05/27/2026

It’s Wildlife Wednesday! 🦝 Florida's rainy season is here, but this mother and baby raccoon don’t mind the water. In fact, they often stay near a reliable water source, which makes this wildlife crossing under State Road 40 in Volusia County a perfect spot as it provides for safe crossing near the Little Tomoka River.

In wet conditions, motorists should lengthen their following distance to allow more time to stop for vehicles ahead of you. And if you see that a road is flooded, turn around, don’t drown!

05/27/2026

Here's what to do if you see someone stuck on the SunRail tracks.

If it is safe to do so, find the Blue Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign and report the concern immediately. These signs are there to help you report urgent situations near the tracks. If you cannot locate the sign, dial 911.

Make it a habit to locate where the blue ENS signs are on your regular route. If you see something unusual near the tracks, call the number on the sign.

Knowing what to look for and how to respond helps keep everyone moving safely.

05/27/2026

UPDATE: Traffic Advisory: FDOT will implement daytime lane closures along Ocean Shore Boulevard (S.R. A1A) between East Granada Boulevard and Standish Drive in Ormond Beach Tuesday, June 2, and Wednesday, June 3.

The northbound and southbound lanes will be closed non-concurrently for paving operations.

The anticipated schedule is:
• Tuesday, June 2, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.: Motorists traveling northbound on Ocean Shore Boulevard will be redirected to the southbound side of the roadway to continue northbound.
• Tuesday, June 2, and Wednesday, June 3, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.: Motorists traveling southbound on Ocean Shore Boulevard will be directed to turn right onto westbound Standish Drive, turn left onto southbound North Halifax Drive, and then continue south to East Granada Boulevard. From there, motorists can turn left to return to Ocean Shore Boulevard.

Check the detour map for more info, stay alert, and follow posted detour signage. For project information and updates, visit www.cflroads.com/project/442874-1