BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — Here’s the latest traffic update:
As of 5 PM Friday, May 8, 2026, there are no active crashes or incidents in Palm Beach County. However, Florida’s Turnpike is experiencing significant congestion, and several construction zones remain active.
Congestion
- Florida’s Turnpike Northbound (Major) — From Exit 86: Boynton Beach Boulevard (S.R. 804) to Exit 93: Lake Worth Road/S.R. 802. Started: 3:18 PM.
- Florida’s Turnpike Southbound (Intermediate) — From before Mile Marker 94 to before Mile Marker 91. Started: 2:35 PM.
- Florida’s Turnpike Southbound (Intermediate) — From before Mile Marker 78 to Exit 75: Glades Road/S.R. 808. Started: 4:04 PM.
Construction Zones
- Okeechobee Blvd Eastbound — At Vista Parkway. Left lane blocked. (Active since May 1)
- SR 7 Northbound — At Southern Blvd. Right lane blocked. (Active since May 1)
- Southern Blvd Westbound — Before Florida Turnpike. Left lane blocked. (Active since May 1)
- Southern Blvd Eastbound — At Pike Road. Right lane blocked. (Active since May 1)
- US-441 Southbound — At Atlantic Avenue. Left turn lane blocked. (Active since May 1)
- US-441 Northbound — At Atlantic Avenue. Right turn lane blocked. (Active since May 1)
- W Atlantic Avenue Eastbound — At US-441. Left lane blocked. (Active since May 1)
Data sourced from FL511.com.
