Florence bridge reopens after police respond to ‘female in distress’ Police say northbound and southbound lanes of O'Neal Bridge are now open. Posted: Feb 26, 2021 8:34 AM Updated: Feb 26, 2021 9:52 AM Posted By: Josh Rayburn UPDATE: All lanes of O'Neal Bridge are now open. Police say the female is safe and being transported for medical attention. PREVIOUS STORY: The Florence Police Department is asking drivers to avoid O’Neal Bridge due to what the department is calling “a female in distress on the bridge.” Police say northbound and southbound lanes are closed. No other details were immediately available. Avoid the area if possible.