TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Watch for closed lanes on these roads

Published: Monday, March 3, 2014 at 1:00 a.m. Last Modified: Sunday, March 2, 2014 at 6:07 p.m.

Drivers in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties are advised to use caution in the following areas where the Florida Department of Transportation says road construction or other projects are underway:

Expect lane closures tonight and Tuesday night while crews perform maintenance on the north Longboat Key bridge.

SARASOTA COUNTY

Interstate 75 from Sumter Boulevard in North Port to River Road. Crews widening the highway to six lanes. Expect lane closures from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

I-75 from University Parkway to the Charlotte County line. Expect delays. Crews are installing closed-circuit cameras, roadside sensors and other equipment for an intelligent transportation system.

I-75 overpass at Jacaranda Boulevard. Crews painting the overpass. Lane closores on Jacaranda may occur.

I-75 at Fruitville Road, Laurel Road, Jacaranda Road and Sumter Boulevard. Crews replacing overhead signs. Lane closures between 10:30 p.m. and 6 a.m.

U.S. 41 between Shamrock Boulevard and the Lowes entrance in Venice. Southbound outside lane closed from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. while crews construct a new driveway.

U.S. 41 north of Wood Street. Outside southbound lane closed from 1 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. Tuesday while crews perform maintenance.

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