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UPDATE: Sunshine Skyway Bridge Remains Closed

Seek an alternate route this morning to work. The bridge is closed due to high winds.

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge, closed since 4 p.m. Sunday, remains shut down Monday morning.

The bridge, which connects Pinellas and Manatee counties across Tampa Bay, will remain closed until the inclement weather subsides, according to Sgt. Steve Gaskins, FHP spokesperson.

Wind speeds have reached 58 mph, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Motorists are urged to seek alternative travel routes and drive with extreme caution.


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