Crime & Safety
Skyway Bridge Open To All Traffic
Winds along the Skyway bridge had been clocked at 52 mph, prompting a Sunday evening closing.
Late Sunday night, the Florida Highway Patrol announced that the Skyway Bridge had reopened to traffic after high winds forced its closing earlier in the day.
Earlier: Tampa Bay area motorists are being asked to steer clear of the Skyway Bridge Sunday evening.
The Florida Highway Patrol announced the bridge's closing to all traffic around 5:15 p.m. Jan. 22.
Find out what's happening in St. Petefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
According to Sgt. Steve Gaskins, winds are averaging between 43 and 52 mph.
Motorists can check FHP’s live crash and road report website for updates on the bridge's status.
Find out what's happening in St. Petefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The National Weather Service in Ruskin has issued a tornado watch for the entire Tampa Bay area as strong storms move into the region. To find out more, check out this related story: Tornado Watch Issued For Tampa Bay Area Counties.
Photo courtesy of the Florida Highway Patrol
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