Palm Beach County Traffic Update — May 8, 2026 | 5:55 PM

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…

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