FLAGLER BEACH, Fla. – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has activated three new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons (PHBs) along State Road (S.R.) A1A from South Eighth Street to North 18th Street in Flagler Beach. These signals are designed to enhance safety along this busy corridor by helping pedestrians cross more safely and by increasing driver awareness of pedestrians at crosswalks.
The PHBs can be found at the following locations:
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South Third Street
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South Eighth Street
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North Fifth Street
PHBs remain dark until a pedestrian activates the beacon by pushing a button on the signal pole. Once activated, the PHB alerts drivers to slow down by flashing yellow and then turning solid yellow. The beacon will then turn solid red, indicating motorists must stop and allow pedestrians to safely cross the street. The beacon will then flash red, at which time drivers can proceed with caution if the roadway is clear of pedestrians.
Drivers and pedestrians should remain alert and use caution when approaching the new PHBs as motorists and pedestrians adjust to the new signals.
To learn more about PHBs and how to use them, visit alerttodayflorida.com/Pedestrian.
The PHBs were installed as part of a larger safety improvement project along S.R. A1A. For more information, visit CFLRoads.com/448795-1.
Media inquiries should be directed to the FDOT Public Information Office at FDOT-D5COMM@dot.state.fl.us or by phone at (386) 943-5593.
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