Safety Summit News
Check out the special edition newsletter highlighting the 2025 Safety Summit! The summit brought together transportation professionals, law enforcement, local officials, and community partners who are all working toward the shared goal of safer roads for everyone. More...
Get Involved in the Florida Transportation Plan Process
The 2055 Florida Transportation Plan update process is going on now and FDOT encourages all of our communities and partners to participate in the process! The 2055 FTP will be a comprehensive statewide blueprint guiding Florida's 30-year transportation future. The FTP will have statewide goals and regional objectives, empowering our communities to develop local strategies around the FTP’s common framework. More...
FDOT Upgrading Bridge over Turnbull Creek
FDOT is making progress on replacing the southbound bridge on U.S. 1 over Turnbull Creek in southern Volusia County. Learn more at: More...
Look Both Ways: Learn more about pedestrian safety
Here are some tips and helpful resources to help you stay safe while on foot or on your bicycle. More...
Roundabouts 101: Learn about the benefits and proper use of roundabouts
Did you know that there are approximately 20 roundabouts operating on the state highway system and over 300 roundabouts on local roads throughout Florida? Here is some helpful information about how roundabouts promote both safety and better traffic flow. More...
What’s a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI)?
Right now, there are dozens of diverging diamond interchanges (DDIs) planned for the state of Florida, including several as part of the I-4 Beyond the Ultimate projects. Here’s some information about how these interchanges work. More...
District Five Service Area
Opportunities to Get Involved
November 5, 2025
The FDOT will hold a project open house about this project on Wednesday, November 5, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr., Ormond Beach, FL 32176. Attendees will have an opportunity to view a looping presentation and project displays, speak with project team members, and submit comments or questions.
November 19, 2025
The FDOT will hold a project open house regarding proposed improvements Silver Star Road (State Road (S.R.) 438) from Lake Stanley Road to Hiawassee Road in Orange County on Wednesday, November 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ocoee Lakeshore Center.
District Five Office of Safety
Other Service Areas
Current News
- Upcoming Open House for Silver Star Road (S.R. 438) Safety Improvements for November 19
- Upcoming Public Meeting: SunRail Technical Advisory Committee Meeting November 12, 2025
- Traffic Advisory: North Street Railroad Crossing Closure in Longwood, November 7 -10
- SunRail offers Black Friday sale - BOGO on November 28 only
- Traffic Advisory: U.S. 441 intersection in Mount Dora modified to improve safety

