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FDOT announces overnight repairs on U.S. Highway 98 after Monday’s traffic issues

A day after severe traffic disruptions led to a construction halt, FDOT plans overnight repairs on U.S. 98's eastbound lanes near Hurlburt Field, with work scheduled during off-peak hours to minimize impact on commuters.

After temporarily halting a weeklong construction project that caused severe traffic delays on Monday, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced a revised plan for overnight drainage pipe repairs on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County.

  • The new work schedule will restrict only eastbound traffic to one lane between Robys Drive and La Brista Beach Circle from 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, until 6 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23. Westbound lanes will remain fully open during the repairs.

This modified approach comes after Monday’s traffic standstill, which affected thousands of commuters and prompted Hurlburt Field to implement emergency schedule changes for military personnel.

The overnight repairs are part of FDOT’s larger U.S. 98 resurfacing project from west of Josie Road to Florida Place Southeast in Okaloosa County.

FDOT notes that all activities are weather dependent and may be rescheduled if needed. Drivers are urged to use caution when traveling through the work zone, especially at night, and to watch for construction workers and equipment.

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Howard R Harran commented on Traffic nightmare: U.S. 98 construction causes major disruptions in Okaloosa County
“Maybe this will show the leadership in Okaloosa County that a bypass road really needs to be a priority.”
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Gail Denis commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“2 1/2 Hours from Publix in Navarre to Jimmy DoLittle in FWB. People missing appts, late for work. Hurlbert affected. EXTREMELY POOR PLANNING BY DOT!!!”
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G Denis commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“No advance warning! 2 1/2 hours from Publix in Navarre to Jimmy Dolittle in FWB missing a Dr's appt. I have been waiting for since July. People could not reach...”
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Philip A Ballman commented on Traffic nightmare: U.S. 98 construction causes major disruptions in Okaloosa County
“Want to commend the Commander for his rapid leadership decision at Hurlburt field. This responce takes some of the pressure off traffic for the general community. Thank you Philip Ballman”
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cee cee commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“lots of people travel through here everyday to go to work and school”
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J.C. commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“Yep. I left home in Navarre at 0600 and arrived at work on Hurby at 0630 with NO sign of construction on 98 going on. Are they REALLY just working...”
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Rob's Daily Drive commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“And this morning there is nothing. Is there an update to the article with what the new plan is?”
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Kelli commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“For all those effected, call DOT and register your complaint. They are not reading the comments in this article.”
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Jill Petrosky commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“It took me over three and a half hours yesterday, so I left at five today and was on base by five thirty. No lane closures at all this morning.”
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greenelvenarts commented on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County to undergo weeklong lane closure for drainage work
“It truly IS poor planning. It took me over 2.5 hours to drive from FWB to Florosa. (Traffic opened up after that. ) I was trying to get the Walmart...”
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