County Road 491 Safety Upgrades Begin With Pedestrian Focus

Lecanto, FL · July 29, 2026

Mid-week heat is already settling in, but at least the morning breeze is cooperating.

The Lead

County Road 491 is getting a long-anticipated safety upgrade starting this week, with crews focusing on enhanced pedestrian crossings near the educational complex. For years, residents and students navigating the busy corridor between the local school facilities and nearby residential pockets have faced tricky stretches during peak traffic hours.

The county public works department is installing high-visibility signalized crosswalks and expanding the adjacent multi-use paths to better handle foot and bicycle traffic. Officials expect the improvements to streamline vehicle flow while creating safer pathways for students ahead of the upcoming academic term. Construction will mostly take place during off-peak daytime hours to minimize commuter disruptions, though drivers should anticipate minor lane shifts through Friday afternoon.

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Today's Outlook

  • High 86°F · Low 77°F — Overcast (23% chance of precipitation) Keep a light raincoat handy as thick cloud cover lingers through the afternoon hours.

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