Eastbound Lanes on Bayway Bridge to Close Thursday

East bound travel lanes on the Pinellas Bayway bridge are set to close from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday, according to the city of St. Pete Beach.

The closure is for blasting of bascule piers and concrete delivery, weather permitting.

At the time of the blast all traffic, including pedestrians, will not be allowed on the new bridge until deemed safe by Orion personnel, a news release said.

According to the city, all emergency vehicles will be directed through the work zone if needed during the detour.

All other vehicles will be detoured to Corey Causeway.

In the event of inclement weather, the closure dates will be adjusted.

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