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10/23/2026

Do you know when to stop for a school bus?

Here is some information for National School Bus Safety Week about how Florida’s school bus stopping requirements apply on different types of roadways.

• Divided highway: Traffic traveling behind the bus must stop. Traffic traveling in the opposite direction is not required to stop when the roadway is divided by a raised barrier or an unpaved median at least 5 feet wide but should proceed with caution.
• Two-lane road: Traffic in both directions must stop.
• Multi-lane road paved across: Traffic in both directions must stop.

10/21/2026

Crews are making progress on resiliency areas as part of the U.S. 98 Resurfacing project in Gulf County. These areas are designed to help strengthen and protect the roadway and surrounding infrastructure from the effects of erosion, wave action, storm surge and severe weather.

Here, crews are placing large rock, commonly referred to as riprap, along the shoreline. The irregularly shaped stone creates a durable protective layer that helps absorb and dissipate the energy of moving water before it can erode the soil supporting the roadway.

This effort is part of the $2.1 million resurfacing project to improve 2.5 miles of roadway along the Gulf Coast corridor. Completion of this project is scheduled for mid-2027.

10/21/2026

During National School Bus Safety Week and Pedestrian Safety Month, remind young pedestrians that safe habits matter before and after the bus ride.

Use sidewalks and crosswalks when available, stay alert to surrounding traffic, and look left-right-left before crossing. Phones, headphones and other distractions can make it harder to see or hear what’s happening nearby.

Safe trips to and from school start with paying attention every step of the way.

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

Progress continues on the U.S. 98 widening project as crews begin early preparation for upcoming drainage improvements and driveway reconstruction in Bay County.

The work visible here is setting the stage for new and improved drainage features designed to efficiently move stormwater away from the roadway. Crews are also preparing areas where existing driveway connections will be reconstructed to tie into the new roadway configuration and provide continued access to properties along U.S. 98.

This work is part of the $59 million effort to widen U.S. 98 from four to six travel lanes between Richard Jackson Boulevarrd and the Hathaway Bridge in Panama City Beach. Completion of the work is scheduled for 2030.

10/20/2026

National Teen Driver Safety Week is a good time for Florida families to review the requirements and restrictions that apply as teens gain experience behind the wheel.

Florida’s graduated licensing requirements include:

• Learner’s license holders must always be accompanied by a licensed driver age 21 or older.
• Teens must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night.
• Drivers age 16 may not drive between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• Drivers age 17 may not drive between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

Exceptions to the nighttime restrictions apply when driving to or from work or when accompanied by a licensed driver age 21 or older.

Find additional information for teen drivers and their families from FLHSMV at FLHSMV.gov/teen.

10/19/2026

⚠️ U.S. 98: ESCAMBIA COUNTY ⚠️

𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟏𝟏𝟎 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐩 – Drivers are reminded of the following ongoing traffic impacts:

▪ Garden Street, between Pace Boulevard and N. Donelson Street, is reduced to two travel lanes (one in each direction) as crews perform construction activities on the north side of the street. This temporary traffic configuration will be in place through late 2026.

▪ Temporary side street closures north of Garden Street for stormwater drainage system reconstruction. This week, drivers may encounter a closure with detour at B Street. Signage will be in place to direct drivers through the work zone.

▪ On-street parking is closed on Garden Street, between A Street and L Street.

All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to use caution, especially at night, when traveling through a work zone and to watch for construction workers and equipment entering and exiting the roadway.

10/19/2026

🚧 U.S. 98 from Santa Rosa County Line to West of Josie Road – Okaloosa County

⚠️ Eastbound Lane Closure

Beginning at 2 P.M. on Monday, October 19, motorists will encounter an eastbound outside lane closure between Ranger Road and Josie Road as crews perform emergency roadway repairs.

The lane closure will remain in place until repairs are complete.

🚗 Motorists should expect delays, slow down, stay alert, and follow all posted signs and directions from crews in the work zone.

📍 See the map for the affected area.

10/19/2026

National School Bus Safety Week is October 19–23.

Millions of children across the country ride a school bus each day. While school buses are statistically safe, the areas around buses and bus stops require extra attention.

Drivers should stay alert around schools, buses and bus stops, particularly when children are boarding or leaving the bus.

Learn more about school bus safety and National School Bus Safety Week at NHTSA.gov/school-bus-safety.

10/18/2026

National Teen Driver Safety Week begins today.

More than 450,000 licensed teen drivers are on Florida roads. For new drivers, gaining experience behind the wheel also means building habits that can carry into a lifetime of driving.

FLHSMV encourages teens to buckle up, obey speed limits, stay focused behind the wheel and never drive impaired.

Throughout the week, we’ll share information for teen drivers and their families about some of the choices and conditions that can affect safety on the road.

Learn more about teen driver safety, Florida licensing requirements and driving restrictions from FLHSMV at:
FLHMV.gov/teen