UPDATE: Restoration of 66th St. N NB Lanes & Traffic Interruptions on Tyrone Blvd. N & 66th St. N

UPDATE: Restoration of 66th St. N Northbound Lanes and Traffic Interruptions on Tyrone Blvd. N and 66th St. N

December 13, 2024 - The City of St. Petersburg confirms that the restoration of the northbound lanes of 66th St. N between Tyrone Blvd. and 26th Ave. N will be completed before Saturday morning. Additionally, all southbound lanes of 66th St. N are now open.

This follows a water main break on Wednesday, December 11, that caused the temporary closure of all northbound lanes of 66th St. N. Crews have been working around the clock to repair the 8-inch water main and restore normal traffic patterns.

Traffic Impact:

• All northbound lanes of 66th St. N remain closed at this time, but crews are actively working to reopen them by early Saturday morning.

• All southbound lanes of 66th St. N are now open.

• Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes, as the area continues to experience heavy traffic and detours.

Water Service:

• There are still no service interruptions or disruptions to water service for residents in the area.

The City of St. Petersburg encourages residents and commuters to check social media (@StPeteFL) for real-time updates regarding the situation. The City appreciates the patience and cooperation of the public during this repair process and apologizes for any inconvenience caused.