JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — UPDATE: The southbound lanes of I-95 near Philips Highway in Jacksonville have reopened after a "large washout" caused them to close Saturday. According to the Florida Department of Transportation, the on-ramp from Philips Highway onto the interstate is still closed.
A "large washout" prompted lane closures on Interstate 95 Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
FHP said what was thought to be a sinkhole was determined by experts to be a washout affecting the southbound area of I-95 South and Philips Highway.
The damage occurred around 3:30 p.m. south of Philips Highway. Right now, FHP said the right-center lane, right lane and exit ramp to Philips Highway from I-95 South are shut down. Three lanes on I-95 South remain open.
"Although it is not a sinkhole, caution should still be used while traveling in the area," FHP said in an updated release.