TRAFFIC ALERT: Car fire closes all lanes on Mathews Bridge Friday night

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The north and southbound lanes on the Mathews Bridge are closed Friday night due to a car fire, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said around 7:45 p.m.

It’s unclear how long the bridge will be closed.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

No further information was immediately provided.