🚙 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 🚙 Emergency Shoulder Use (ESU) has been activated for all those planning to evacuate. The inside shoulder will be used for evacuation traffic: I-4 eastbound: I-75 to Champions Gate I-75 northbound: I-4 to I-10 The outside

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Howard Frankland Bridge, Gandy and Courtney Campbell Causeway are all anticipated to close by tomorrow afternoon. FDOT, FHP and local officers will have people and equipment on-site to close the Tampa Bay area bridges due to hazardous conditions.

ADDED ESU ROUTE: As FDOT Traffic Management teams continue to closely monitor traffic, FDOT has implemented Emergency Shoulder Use for motorists traveling on I-75 Alligator Alley Southbound from State Road 29 (MM80) to Everglades Toll Plaza (MM25) to assist with evacuations.

FHP Troopers rescued a dog left tied to a pole on I-75 near Bruce B Downs Blvd this morning. Do NOT do this to your pets please…

Traffic along major evacuation routes took advantage of using the shoulder along the designated Emergency Shoulder Use corridors. With the storm approaching the state and traffic clearing, our crews are actively closing down this operation. Thanks to our FDOT crews and partners

FDOT Bridge Updates: The Skyway Bridge is now CLOSED to all traffic. The Howard Frankland Bridge is now CLOSED to all traffic. Westbound Gandy Bridge is now CLOSED to all traffic. Westbound Courtney Campbell is now CLOSED to all traffic.

Reminder when traffic lights go out you need to treat the intersection as a 4-way stop!!! #HurricaneMilton

"Lieutenant Dan" UPDATE : He survived to talk about his wild night riding out Hurricane Milton on his 20 ft sailboat. #LieutenantDan #HurricaneMilton

Generator Safety Tips As many may be experiencing power outages, it’s essential to prioritize safety when using generators. Here are some important tips to keep in mind: ✔️Never use a generator indoors: Always operate it in a well-ventilated area to avoid carbon monoxide

Flooding and downed trees are affecting Dana Shores. #teamHCSO is working diligently to clear and recover these areas.

While the barrier island bridges may have reopened, the Clearwater Memorial Causeway will remain closed currently. The bridge is closed in both directions due to debris. Learn more at MyClearwater.com/Milton #HurricaneMilton

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is now open in both directions. Real-time updates on bridge closures and openings can be found on FL511.com.

CLEANUP UNDERWAY: The TPA team is hard at work assessing and cleaning up the damage left in Hurricane Milton’s wake. ✅ We remain closed at this time and are working toward sharing reopening plans later today. Stay tuned to our social media for the latest updates. 📲

In the wake of #HurricanMilton this is a good reminder to use extreme caution on area roadways and to not drive through flooded highways!

A woman approached Officer Keating and handed him a bag ... of ducklings! She'd found them in a parking garage, and mama duck was nowhere to be found. Officer Keating kept them safe until wildlife officers took custody of them. 🐥 #makewayforducklings

Lightning struck twice as Brandon Hagel became the second Tampa Bay Lightning player with a natural hat trick this season. Frozen Frenzy action all night on ESPN & ESPN+. #NHLStats: media.nhl.com/public/live-up…

Our guest of honor, Remi, with her catch of the day 🐟 After receiving eight types of chemotherapy over two-and-a-half years, her family is happy to share she’s in remission!

BEADS BEADS BEADS! 🏴‍☠️🤣 #gasparilla (watch out Dave!)

Happy birthday to US! 🎉😂❤️ Alyse’s birthday was on Monday. Mine is tomorrow. We will forever celebrate together on 1/28!

PATTYYYYY!!