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    FHP closes Sunshine Skyway Bridge ahead of Hurricane Helene

    By Garrett Phillips,

    10 hours ago

    TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Florida Highway Patrol is closing the Sunshine Skyway Bridge ahead of Hurricane Helene.

    FHP closed the bridge after wind gusts hit 60 MPH as weather conditions deteriorated due to Helene.

    Howard Frankland Bridge closed due to Hurricane Helene
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    Motorists are requested to seek alternate routes, avoiding flooded roadways unless absolutely necessary.

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