Broward County

Alligator Alley reopened in both directions

BY CLAIRE ARONSON

caronson@bradenton.com
Wildfire closes parts of Alligator Alley.
Wildfire closes parts of Alligator Alley. Mike Jachles Courtesy of Broward Sheriff's Department

A wildfire forced Alligator Alley to be closed for nearly four hours Monday, but it has been reopened in both directions as of 8:42 p.m., according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Interstate 75 was closed at mile marker 41, causing motorists to find an alternate route across the state.

Troopers will remain on scene and monitor the fire and conditions throughout the night, according to an email from FHP.

Wildfire closes parts of Alligator Alley.
Wildfire closes parts of Alligator Alley. Mike Jachles Courtesy of Broward Sheriff's Department

This story was originally published May 29, 2017 at 6:24 PM with the headline "Alligator Alley reopened in both directions."

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