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Wind Warning in Effect at Hatem Bridge

Driver should use extra caution while crossing the bridge over the Susquehanna, the Maryland Transportation Authority reports.

A wind warning is in effect for the Hatem Bridge on Monday, Jan. 18, 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 amid high winds.

In addition to the Hatem Bridge, authorities say that the Bay, Key and Nice bridges are under wind warnings.

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