Skyway Bridge closes due to high winds
September 28, 2022 - Transportation officials announced the Sunshine Skyway Bridge closed to all traffic due to high winds around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday morning. The span closes when wind gusts top 40 mph. Those traveling between St. Petersburg and Bradenton will now have to drive through Tampa and use I-75, although Google Maps shows that route is also affected by delays and issues arising from Hurricane Ian. The storm is approaching the Ft. Myers area.