Nighttime Ramp Closures on I-95 and Severe Storm Risk for Sunday Jacksonville Commuters

Sunday Morning Outlook

For those hitting the roads in Jacksonville this Sunday, February 15, 2026, conditions are relatively clear this morning, but significant nighttime closures and a severe weather forecast mean commuters should plan ahead. Traffic is currently moving at standard weekend speeds on major arteries like I-95 and I-10, though a strong weather front moving into Northeast Florida is expected to change conditions by the afternoon and evening hours.

Major Ramp Closures on I-95

Motorists using the I-95 corridor tonight should prepare for significant ramp closures starting at 10:00 p.m. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has scheduled the following closures for bridge and roadway operations:

• I-95 at Eighth Street: The northbound on-ramp will be closed from 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. Monday morning for essential road work.
• I-95 at Emerson Street: Expect the northbound ramp to be closed during the same 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. window. Detailed detours will be posted to guide drivers around the work zone.

These closures are part of a broader infrastructure improvement project and are expected to repeat nightly through Thursday of this week.

I-295 and Buckman Bridge Operations

On the West Beltway, bridge maintenance operations continue on the I-295 Buckman Bridge. While most of the heavy work is scheduled to avoid peak traffic, drivers may encounter intermittent lane shifts or specialized equipment on the shoulders throughout the day. Additionally, long-term construction persists on the I-295 North interchange with I-95; commuters are urged to follow updated signage and adhere to reduced speed limits in these active work zones.

Local Roadworks and Surface Streets

Several key local routes and surface streets are seeing active construction today, which may impact your Sunday errands or travel:

• Emerson Street (U.S. Alternate 1): Nighttime lane closures between Philips Highway and Spring Park Road are scheduled to begin tonight at 10:00 p.m. and run until early Monday morning.
• Main Street (US-17): Construction work continues between Baisden Road and the Nassau River Bridge. While this primarily affects through-traffic toward the north, minor delays are anticipated in both directions.
• U.S. 17 (Clay County): For those commuting from the south, nighttime lane closures from Water Oak Lane to Eagle Harbor Parkway are scheduled to start at 7:00 p.m. tonight.

Severe Weather Alert

The primary concern for Sunday afternoon drivers is the forecast for severe weather. A strong weather front is moving into the region, bringing a high probability of severe storms, heavy rain, and potentially damaging winds to the Jacksonville area. Road surfaces will likely become slick, and visibility may be significantly reduced. If you are traveling after 2:00 p.m., please exercise extreme caution, turn on your headlights, and maintain safe following distances.

Public Transit and JTA Updates

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is operating on its standard Sunday schedule. Passengers should keep in mind that the system-wide service enhancements introduced in late January are now in full effect. Commuters are encouraged to use the JTA mobile app for real-time bus tracking, especially as the impending weather may cause minor timing adjustments across various routes.