Lane Closures on I-4 and Summerlin Avenue Restrictions Impact Friday Commute

Morning Traffic Overview for February 6, 2026

Orlando commuters should prepare for a busy Friday morning as several long-term construction projects and local road closures impact major arteries and downtown surface streets. While the Florida Highway Patrol reports that most major highways remain at normal capacity, specific work zones on I-4 and the SR 408 interchange will likely cause localized slowdowns during the peak morning and afternoon rush hours.

Major Arteries and I-4 Construction

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) continues its infrastructure improvements along the I-4 corridor. Drivers should be particularly mindful of the following areas today:

• I-4 Westbound: Two right lanes are currently closed between Sand Lake Road (SR 482) and the Beachline Expressway (SR 528) due to ongoing road construction. These closures are expected to persist throughout the day, significantly impacting traffic flow near the attractions area.
• I-4 Near Kirkman Road: Long-term construction continues between SR 528 and Kirkman Road (SR 435). Motorists should expect lane shifts and reduced speed limits in this zone.
• SR 408 Interchange: Daily shoulder closures are in effect from the South Street exit to the SR 408 off-ramp from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. While lanes remain open, the presence of crews close to the roadway often leads to rubbernecking and minor delays.

Local Road Closures and Surface Street Impacts

In the downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, several road closures may affect your final mile. A notable update for today is the scheduled conclusion of work on Summerlin Avenue, which has been closed between Livingston Street and Ridgewood Street. Commuters should check for the reopening of this stretch by the evening commute.

Other active closures to navigate include:

• Church Street: Remains closed from Tampa Avenue to Rio Grande Avenue for the Camping World Stadium reimagining project. This closure is expected to remain in place through 2027.
• Muriel Street: Closed between South Orange Avenue and Delaney Avenue for utility work.
• Fern Creek Avenue: The intersection at Oregon Street in Colonialtown remains closed for construction through the end of the month.
• Empire Church Road: This road remains closed in both directions between Mascotte Empire Road and E. Anderson Road due to a recent road surface collapse.

Public Transportation Alerts

LYNX riders should be aware of several service adjustments that may affect their Friday schedule. Due to active construction sites, bus stop changes are currently in effect for Links 1, 9, 43, and 102. Additionally, the Link 426 (Poinciana Circulator) is undergoing a planned reroute due to the San Lorenzo Road closure.

For SunRail passengers, trains are operating on a standard Friday schedule. However, officials remind commuters that the old "SunRail Alerts" mobile app has been officially retired. Riders are encouraged to use the latest version of the SunRail Mobile Ticketing App to receive real-time service notifications and schedule updates.