Eyes on the road

The Florida Department of Transportation issued the following alert for motorists driving in the area:

        • SR 789/Gulf Drive at the Longboat Pass Drawbridge: Crews are working on the bridge. Expect intermittent north and southbound lane closures 9 a.m.-4 p.m. through Friday, June 26, excluding Saturdays and Sundays.

        • SR 64/Manatee Avenue between 15th Street West and State Road 789/Gulf Drive: Crews will install detectable warning on curb ramps. Expect temporary sidewalk closures through the end of June.

SR 684/Cortez Road between U.S. 41 and State Road 789/Gulf Drive: Crews will install detectable warning on curb ramps. Expect temporary sidewalk closures through the end of June.

For the latest roadwatch information, people can go online to www.fl511.com or dial 511.