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Fog Advisory Issued, Skyway Bridge Drivers Should Use Caution: FHP

A dense fog advisory is in effect through Wednesday morning for coastal waters along FL's west coast, the National Weather Service said.

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A dense fog advisory is in effect through Wednesday morning for coastal waters along FL’s west coast, the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay said. Drivers on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge should use caution, FL troopers said.
A dense fog advisory is in effect through Wednesday morning for coastal waters along FL’s west coast, the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay said. Drivers on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge should use caution, FL troopers said. (Courtesy of Florida Highway Patrol)

TAMPA BAY, FL — After a dense fog advisory was issued Tuesday evening for much of the west coast of Florida, those driving on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge asked to “use caution due to reduced visibility,” according to a Florida Highway Patrol news release.

The advisory, which was issued by the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay, is in effect through Wednesday at 9 a.m.

Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to the Suwannee River are affected by the fog, which is causing low visibility and making navigation difficult, NWS said.

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Troopers offer the following tips for those driving over the bridge and other roads affected by the fog:
  • Reduce your speed.
  • Increase your following distance behind other vehicles.
  • Keep your vehicle lights on.

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