St. Lucie County Bridges Reopen After Hurricane Milton

Chris Nation, of Commerce, Ga., skids on puddles in the parking lot of the hotel where he's riding out Hurricane Milton, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Tampa, Fla. Nation, who works for a towing company,

Following the destructive path of Hurricane Milton through Florida, St. Lucie County is now assessing the aftermath of the storm. The county announced that the bridges connecting North and South Hutchinson Island have reopened at 9 a.m., allowing residents to access the islands.

However, officials are urging people to avoid unnecessary travel on the roads. The county emphasized that only residents living on the islands should use the bridges at this time to prevent hindering response and recovery efforts. First responders and public works/utility crews are actively engaged in recovery operations, and it is crucial to keep the roads clear for their work.