TAMPA, Fla. \- Beginning at 9 a.m. today, the westbound lane of East Columbus Drive will be closed between North Morgan Street and North Florida Avenue while the Tampa Water Department maintains the water distribution system. Barricades and flaggers will be located in the area to assist with rerouting and traffic flow. All lanes will reopen to traffic by 5 p.m. each day and then close again at 9 a.m. the following morning to continue the work. Please use caution when driving in the area. Read: Tampa Hosts 2024 Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Festival The completion of the work with a return to…