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Depression in road causes emergency lane closures on US 17 at Cypress Gardens Boulevard in Winter Haven

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WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) closed two southbound left turn lanes and one of two southbound through lanes on U.S. 17 at Cypress Gardens Boulevard on Tuesday.

FDOT said contractors noticed a depression in the road and will investigate the cause in order to begin repairs.

FDOT advises drivers of traffic delays and to be cautious for workers and equipment close to the open lanes.

FDOT said the area will remain closed on Wednesday as workers investigate if a pipe below the depression may have caused the problem.