Crash Knocks Out Traffic Signals At Busy Sarasota Intersection: Police

SARASOTA, FL A two-vehicle crash with minor injuries knocked out the traffic signals at a Sarasota intersection Wednesday morning, authorities said.

One of the cars crashed into a traffic box at the intersection of Fruitville Road and Osprey Avenue, causing a power outage to the traffic lights, Sarasota police shared in a Facebook post just before 11:30 a.m.

Because the lights at the intersection aren’t working, drivers are asked to treat it like a four-way stop, police said.

Crews are anticipating about seven to 12 hours before the traffic signals are restored.

“Please expect delays in the area, detours and please have patience,” police said. “Drive safely!”