Traffic light installation at Highway 49 and E. Wortham Road

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- MDOT is releasing an alert for Harrison County drivers.

A traffic signal is being installed at Highway 49 and East Wortham Road. This is part of a project to make intersection improvements from Desoto Park Road to just south of East Wortham Road.

The new signal will be placed in flash mode starting April 23rd for a week or two before the signal begins full operation.

Drivers can expect to find a flashing yellow light when approaching from Highway 49 and a flashing red light when approaching from East Wortham Road.

Drivers are reminded they do not need to come to a complete stop when approaching a flashing yellow light.

Drivers just need to stay alert for other drivers entering the highway.

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