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Palm Beach County traffic: crashes, congestion, ongoing construction

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BOCA RATON, FL. Traffic authorities and FL511 logged multiple crashes, pockets of congestion and ongoing construction across Palm Beach County between May 20 and May 22, 2026, affecting Florida's Turnpike, Jog Road, US-441 and Southern Boulevard; time-stamped incidents included crashes reported at 3:44 PM and 3:57 PM on May 20 and additional congestion reports on May 21. By 5:03 PM on May 20 FL511 reported a multi-vehicle crash of intermediate severity and an area of congestion on the Turnpike; by 7:03 AM on May 22 FL511 reported no active crashes while eleven planned construction zones and overnight lane closures remained in effect, continuing to restrict lanes and require driver attention to posted updates.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

May 1, 2026: Construction projects on US-441 at Atlantic Avenue begin.
May 12, 2026: Jog Road northbound planned construction lane closures start.
May 20, 2026, 3:44 PM: Crash reported on Florida's Turnpike near Exit 109–107 (right lane/shoulder blocked).
May 20, 2026, 3:57 PM: Crash reported on Military Trail southbound before Northlake Blvd (right lane blocked).
May 22, 2026, 7:03 AM: FL511 reports no active crashes; eleven planned construction zones remain.

Why This Matters to You

Traffic disruptions affect your TIME and SAFETY. Crashes and congestion slow commutes, while construction zones require extra caution. Check FL511 for real-time updates before hitting the road.

The Bottom Line

Palm Beach County's roads are a mixed bag right now. Stay alert for sudden changes, especially on Florida's Turnpike, Jog Road, US-441, and Southern Boulevard. Worth forwarding if you know someone who drives these routes regularly.