MIAMI – The Palmetto Expressway has reopened after being shut down Wednesday afternoon in both directions near NW 58th Street due to an obstruction on the highway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Traffic cameras showed vehicles at a complete standstill as authorities worked to address the issue.
Sources tell CBS News Miami that there was a power line on the highway.
Drivers were advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while the situation was resolved.