Wind Restrictions Issued For MD Bridges

MARYLAND — Several bridges in the region have been placed under limited wind restrictions on Monday. That means certain vehicles are prohibited from crossing for safety reasons. One bridge is under a wind warning.

The Hatem, Tydings, Bay and Key bridges are under limited wind restrictions, the Maryland Transportation Authority reported around 9:45 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 25.

During limited wind restrictions, these vehicles may not cross: house trailers, empty box trailers or any other vehicle that law enforcement personnel say may not safely cross.

Drivers denied passage will be given assistance to safely turn around.

Winds of 40 to 49 mph trigger limited wind restrictions.

The Nice Bridge is under a wind warning, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority. Winds that are 30 to 39 mph result in a wind warning. Those driving house trailers, box trailers, motorcycles, vehicles with roof racks containing cargo or any other vehicle that may be subject to high winds should be extra cautious.

During high winds, the National Weather Service advises drivers:

• Increase following distance, since gusts may blow vehicles across the road.
• Keep both hands on the wheel.
• Drive to the shoulder if winds are too strong to drive safely, pulling over away from objects that might fall on your vehicle, and put on hazards.
• Call 911 and do not touch the metal frame of your vehicle if a power line falls on your car.

Much of the state is under a high wind warning until 6 p.m. on Monday, with the potential for gusts up to 60 mph.

See the latest warnings from the Maryland Transportation Authority.

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