FHP: Skyway Bridge Is Now Open

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Florida Highway Patrol has reopened the Skyway Bridge.

Troopers closed the Skyway Bridge as wind speeds were at 50 MPH on Wednesday with Tropical Storm Eta approaching.

Reminders: Do not drive across flooded roadways, keep your headlights on, reduce your speed, and increase your following distance.

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