OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – If you’ve driven Interstate 4 through the attractions area anytime in the past few years, you already know this stretch has felt like a never-ending construction zone. Now, there’s a big change drivers need to know about that could impact thousands of commuters and visitors every single day.
Today on Trooper Steve on Patrol, I’m taking Results-1 straight into the heart of the work zone near World Drive, where the Florida Department of Transportation has completed a major overnight lane shift this week. Traffic is now traveling in newly repositioned lanes as part of ongoing improvements along I-4 through the tourist corridor.
The good news: three general-use lanes in each direction remain open, and entrance and exit ramps in the area are not expected to be affected. The challenging part is that the roadway now feels completely different, even if the number of lanes hasn’t changed.
New lane alignments, temporary barriers, and shifting pavement markings can easily catch drivers off guard, especially those who travel this corridor infrequently or are focused on getting to the theme parks. Transportation officials are urging motorists to slow down, stay alert, and avoid last-second lane changes.
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Construction zones already demand extra caution, but lane shifts add another layer of risk. Drivers may find curves tighter, shoulders narrower, and sight lines altered. At highway speeds, even a moment of confusion can lead to sudden braking, swerving, or rear-end crashes.
Today’s patrol is all about showing you exactly what this new traffic pattern looks like from behind the wheel so you can navigate it safely before your next trip through the area.
If you plan to drive I-4 near World Drive anytime soon, consider giving yourself extra travel time, keep both hands on the wheel, and put the phone down... because this is definitely not the place for distracted driving.
Join me as we take Results-1 through the construction zone and break down what you need to know to get through it safely.
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