GLADES COUNTY — The following column is the Road Watch report for Glades County for the week beginning Sunday, Nov. 1, provided by the Florida Department of Transportation.

U.S. 27 (SR 25), Railroad Crossing East of Palmdale Sand Mine and Northwest of Moore Haven: Motorists should expect increased train activity beginning in October for the 2026 harvest season. FDOT and South-Central Florida Express remind drivers to allow extra travel time, remain alert and obey all railroad crossing signs, signals and gates. Never drive around lowered gates or enter the crossing unless there is enough room for the entire vehicle to clear the tracks. Wait until gates are fully raised.

As a reminder, travelers can visit www.FL511.com or dial “511” from their phone to learn about traffic conditions on major roadways across the state.