New Coaster Alert: Catch Seaworld Orlando’s Pipeline Surf Coaster in 2023

The rumors are true. The High Surf Advisory is in effect. Feel the power of the ocean in a whole new way on Pipeline, the first-of-its-kind surf coaster coming to SeaWorld Orlando in 2023.

As soon as you’re in position, you’ll know something’s different. Experience the rush of launching 110 feet up and sensing every bank and curve as though you’re really riding the waves, thanks to an inventive harness that keeps you secure while giving you unparalleled freedom of movement. The seventh addi read more…

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I-4 Traffic Delays for Ramp Closures, Detours This Week in Orlando

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reports the following traffic impacts associated with work in Interstate 4 (I-4) in metro Orlando, through Thursday, October 13, 2022

Intermittent nightly ramp closure on Eastbound I-4 to Amelia Street Monday, October 10 – Thursday, October 13From 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Intermittent nightly ramp closure on Eastbound I-4 from Anderson StreetSunday, October 09 – Wednesday, October 12From 10:00 PM – 5:00 AM

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Welcome Center Work, Lane Closures Will Impact I-10 Travelers in Florida

The Florida Department of Transportation reports that drivers will encounter the following traffic disruptions on Interstate 10 in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities.

Escambia County:

Interstate 10 (I-10) Escambia County Welcome Center read more…

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New I-4 Exit to Daryl Carter Parkway in Orlando Set to Begin Construction

Improvements at Daryl Carter Parkway and Interstate 4 (I-4) are set to begin soon!

This project will add three new ramps connecting Interstate 4 (I?4) to Daryl Carter Parkway: exit ramps from both directions of I?4 to Daryl Carter Parkway and an entrance ramp to eastbound I?4. It will also convert the existing Daryl Carter Parkway overpass to a diverging diamond interchange.

A westbound I?4 entrance ramp will be built as part of a future project.

This project will include constru read more…

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Hurricane Ian Update: Catastrophic Storm Surge, Winds and Flooding Expected

At 1100 AM EDT (1500 UTC), the eye of Hurricane Ian was located about 45 miles west-northwest of Naples, Florida. Ian is moving toward the north-northeast near 9 mph (15 km/h). This general motion with a reduction in forward speed is forecast today, followed by a turn toward the northeast on Thursday. On the forecast track, the center of Ian is expected to move onshore within the hurricane warning area in a few hours, move over central Florida tonight and Thursday morning and emerge over the read more…

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Hurricane Ian Update: New Watches and Warnings Issued for Florida, Georgia and South Carolina

At 1100 AM EDT, the center of Hurricane Ian was located about 305 miles south-southwest of Sarasota, Florida. Ian is moving toward the north near 10 mph (17 km/h), and this motion is expected to continue today. A turn toward the north-northeast with a reduction in forward speed is forecast tonight and Wednesday.

On the forecast track, the center of Ian is expected to move over the southeastern Gulf of Mexico in a couple of hours, pass west of the Florida Keys later today, and approach the read more…

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Hurricane Ian Update: Road Construction and Lane Closures Suspended in Tampa Bay Area

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has suspended all lane closures in the Tampa Bay area. With Hurricane Ian approaching, the Department has directed FDOT road and bridge contractors to temporarily suspend all operations on active construction projects within the projected read more…

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Hurricane Ian Update: Road Construction and Lane Closures Suspended in Tampa Bay Area

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has suspended all lane closures in the Tampa Bay area. With Hurricane Ian approaching, the Department has directed FDOT road and bridge contractors to temporarily suspend all operations on active construction projects within the projected path.

All available lanes will remain open on the interstate and State Road system in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus counties.

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State of Emergency Declared for 24 Florida Counties Ahead of Tropical Depression 9

What will likely be called Hurricane Ian as it strengthens is forecast to hit Florida, and Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in 24 counties.

Tropical Depression Nine formed in the Caribbean on Friday with a path that could bring it to Florida next week as a major Category 3 hurricane. As of 5:00 pm today the its projected path has the system approaching Florida late Tuesday and making landfall Wednesday.

Tropical Depression Nine has the potential to strengthen read more…

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I-4 Lane Closures in Tampa Bay Area Thru September 29

The Florida Department of Transportation reports the following traffic impacts associated with I-4 construction projects in the Tampa Bay area through Thursday, September 29, 2022.

I-4 westbound ramp to US 92/US 301 (Exit 7)Lane closures: Monday, September 26 from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 27

I-4 just east of CR 579/Mango Road (Exit 10)Lane closures: Wednesday, September 28 and Thursday, September 29 from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. (eastbound)

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I-4 Lane Closures in Tampa Bay Area Thru September 24, 2022

The Florida Department of Transportation reports the following traffic impacts associated with I-4 construction or maintenance operations in Hillsborough County and the Tampa Bay area thru September 24, 2022.

I-4 westbound ramp to US 92/US 301 (Exit 7)Lane closures: Monday, September 19 from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 20

I-4 just east of CR 579/Mango Road (Exit 10)Lane closures: Wednesday, September 21 and Thursday, September 22 from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. read more…

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Double-Lane Closures, Traffic Delays for I-4 Paving Beginning September 22

The Florida Department of Transportation reports that on Monday, September 19, through Thursday, September 22, from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. each night, there will be double inside lane closures on I-4 westbound between west of C.R. 4139 (Cassadaga Road) and east of S.R. 44 for paving operations.

Please note that construction schedules are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Always drive safely and avoid distractions when driving through a work zone.

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Ramp Closures, Detours for I-75 Work in Wesley Chapel Beginning September 14

The Florida Department of Transportation reports that the SR 56 entrance ramp onto northbound I-75 in Wesley Chapel will be closed between 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 14 and 5:00 a.m. Thursday, September 15, weather permitting. [If needed, this detour may also happen from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a read more…

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