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Bay Bridge Under Wind Warning

Three bridges are under wind warnings on Thursday, including the Bay Bridge, Maryland transportation officials advise.

A wind warning is in effect for the Bay Bridge on Thursday, April 7, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority.

Winds of 30 to 39 mph trigger wind warnings, transportation officials say.

Drivers of the following vehicles should use extra caution while crossing the bridge during a wind warning: house trailers, box trailers, motorcycles, vehicles with roof-mount racks containing cargo or any other vehicle that may be subject to high winds.

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State transportation officials advise keeping both hands on the wheel and slowing down during periods of strong winds.

The Hatem and Nice bridges are also under wind warnings on Thursday.

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Screenshot from CHART traffic camera at 10:50 a.m. on April 7.


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