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Thursday, December 5, 2024

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26 updates logged

  1. 11:19 PMIssue reported

    Traffic is currently clear on the Bay Bridge in both eastbound and westbound directions. The bridge is under wind warnings with speeds between 30 and 39 mph, and high-profile vehicles should exercise caution. Two-way traffic operations are not in effect, but conditions are being monitored for adjustments if necessary.

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  2. 11:16 PMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently normal with no significant delays. Travel times both eastbound and westbound are close to typical durations, indicating smooth driving conditions. Remember to maintain a safe distance from other vehicles to ensure a safe journey.

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  3. 7:01 PMIssue reported

    Traffic is clear on the Bay Bridge with no current delays. The bridge is under wind warnings with sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Motorists with vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise caution. Two-way traffic operations are not being implemented at this time. Officials are monitoring conditions and will adjust traffic patterns if necessary. Always maintain a safe distance between vehicles.

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  4. 6:56 PMWind advisory

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is clear in both directions. There are no delays at this time. The bridge is under wind warnings, with sustained winds between 30-39 mph. Vehicles vulnerable to high winds, such as house trailers and box trailers, should exercise caution when crossing.

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  5. 6:52 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 32, Sandy Point, near the Bay Bridge, with wind warnings in effect. Sustained wind speeds are between 30 and 39 mph, advising caution for vehicles vulnerable to high winds. Two-way traffic operations are currently unavailable. Bridge officials are actively monitoring conditions and adjusting traffic patterns as needed. Always obey lane signals and maintain safe distances from other vehicles.

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  6. 6:47 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic near the Bay Bridge is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 31, Whitehall Road. Drivers should be cautious as the bridge is under wind warnings, with sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 mph, making it risky for high-profile vehicles. Westbound traffic is moving smoothly with no significant issues. Adjustments to traffic patterns will be made as conditions evolve.

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  7. 6:30 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting from exit 30, Bayhead Road, due to wind warnings on the bridge. Vehicles susceptible to high winds should proceed with caution. Two-way traffic operations are currently not possible, and bridge officials are closely monitoring the situation for potential adjustments. Motorists should remain attentive to traffic signals and maintain safe following distances.

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  8. 6:05 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at exit 29b Cape St. Clair Road, near the Bay Bridge, due to wind warnings. Winds are sustained between 30 and 39 mph, impacting vehicles like house trailers and box trailers which should proceed with caution. Two-way traffic operations are currently unavailable. Conditions are being monitored for any necessary adjustments. Westbound traffic is flowing close to normal times.

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  9. 5:41 PMIssue reported

    Traffic eastbound is experiencing delays starting at Exit 29A, Bush Frontage Road, heading towards the Bay Bridge due to wind warnings. High winds (30-39 mph) are affecting bridge conditions, with specific cautions for house trailers, box trailers, and similar vehicles. Two-way traffic operations are not feasible currently. Monitor conditions as adjustments may occur.

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  10. 4:44 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is experiencing delays starting at Exit 28, Baydale Drive, due to wind conditions. Winds are sustained between 30 and 39 mph, affecting vehicles susceptible to high winds. Box trailers and house trailers should exercise caution. Current conditions prevent the use of two-way traffic operations. Bridge authorities are closely monitoring the situation and will adjust traffic patterns if feasible. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to avoid collisions.

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  11. 4:25 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting from Exit 29A, with heavy winds affecting the Bay Bridge operations. Motorists with vehicles vulnerable to high winds should proceed cautiously. Two-way traffic operations are currently not in effect due to ongoing wind conditions. Westbound traffic is moving normally without significant delays.

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  12. 3:59 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 29A, Bush Frontage Road, due to wind restrictions on the Bay Bridge with gusts between 40 and 49 mph. House trailers and similar vehicles are prohibited. No two-way operations at this time. Bridge conditions are being monitored for potential adjustments.

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  13. 3:32 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic on US 50 is facing delays starting at exit 29b, Cape St. Clair Road, approximately three miles from the Bay Bridge. The bridge is under wind restrictions, with sustained winds between 40 and 49 mph. Certain vehicles, such as house trailers and empty box trailers, are prohibited from crossing. Traffic is delayed due to these conditions and specific vehicle restrictions. Two-way traffic operations are currently not in effect. Bridge conditions are being monitored for adjustments to traffic patterns if feasible.

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  14. 3:17 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic near the Bay Bridge is experiencing delays starting at exit 30, Bayhead Road, due to wind restrictions. Sustained wind speeds are between 40 and 49 mph, which prohibits certain vehicles like house trailers and empty box trailers from crossing. Two-way traffic operations are currently not an option. Conditions are being monitored and adjustments to traffic patterns will be made if possible.

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  15. 3:11 PMIssue reported

    Traffic at the Bay Bridge is currently clear in both directions. There are no delays reported. However, the bridge is under wind restrictions due to sustained wind speeds between 40 and 49 mph. House trailers, empty box trailers, and similar vehicles are prohibited from crossing. Two-way traffic operations cannot be implemented at this time, but bridge conditions are being monitored for any necessary adjustments. Stay safe and keep an appropriate distance from other vehicles.

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  16. 2:56 PMWind advisory

    Eastbound traffic on U.S. 50 is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 31, Whitehall Road, approximately 1.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Sustained wind speeds between 40 and 49 mph are causing restrictions on the bridge, prohibiting house trailers, empty box trailers, and other wind-sensitive vehicles from crossing. Normal traffic conditions prevail westbound with travel times close to typical durations. Officials continue to monitor the situation and will adjust traffic patterns as feasible. Travelers should maintain safe distances and follow all lane-use signals.

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  17. 2:51 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 32, Sandy Point, due to wind restrictions on the Bay Bridge. Vehicles vulnerable to high winds, such as house trailers and empty box trailers, are not allowed to cross the bridge. Two-way traffic operations are not possible currently, but officials are monitoring and may adjust traffic patterns. Please maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions. Traffic on the bridge is otherwise normal.

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  18. 11:53 AMIssue reported

    Traffic is currently clear on the Bay Bridge. While there are no delays in either direction, the bridge is under wind restrictions. Sustained wind speeds are between 40 and 49 miles per hour, prohibiting house trailers, empty box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds from crossing. Two-way traffic operations are not in effect.

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  19. 11:44 AMIssue reported

    Currently, there are delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound delays start at Exit 31, Whitehall Road, which is 1.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound delays begin at Exit 37, Route 8pass, situated 0.6 miles from the bridge. The bridge is experiencing wind restrictions, with speeds between 40 and 49 mph, prohibiting house trailers and empty box trailers from crossing. Two-way traffic operations are not possible under current conditions. Traffic officials are actively monitoring and will adjust patterns as necessary to accommodate changing conditions.

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  20. 11:32 AMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic near the Bay Bridge is currently facing delays, starting at exit 30, Bayhead Road, due to wind restrictions. High winds prohibit certain vehicles from crossing, adding to the congestion. Two-way traffic operations are not possible at this time. Bridge conditions are under continuous monitoring for any necessary adjustments.

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  21. 11:28 AMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic near exit 30, Bayhead Road, is experiencing delays due to strong winds over 50 mph at the Bay Bridge. Only certain vehicles are allowed to cross, with restrictions for lighter box trailer combinations. It’s advised to maintain a safe following distance.

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  22. 10:56 AMIssue reported

    Traffic conditions on the Bay Bridge are clear with no delays in either direction. Current wind conditions are exceeding 50 miles per hour. Only specified vehicle types, such as automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers, commercial buses, and heavy-laden tractor trailers, are allowed to cross. Box trailer combinations under 64,000 pounds are restricted. Maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.

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  23. 8:56 AMIssue reported

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is clear with no delays in either direction. The bridge is currently under wind restrictions due to sustained winds between 40 and 49 mph. Vehicles vulnerable to high winds, such as house trailers and empty box trailers, are not permitted to cross. Travelers are advised to maintain a safe distance and obey traffic signals.

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  24. 8:40 AMWind advisory

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is clear in both directions. There are no delays at this time. The bridge is under wind warnings, with sustained winds between 30-39 mph. Vehicles vulnerable to high winds, such as house trailers and box trailers, should exercise caution when crossing.

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  25. 6:50 AMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear in both directions, with travel times close to normal for both eastbound and westbound routes. For those planning to travel this weekend, it's advisable to do so before 10 a.m. to avoid potential delays. Safe driving practices should be observed at all times to ensure a smooth journey.

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  26. 12:59 AMWind advisory

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is clear in both directions. There are no delays at this time. The bridge is under wind warnings, with sustained winds between 30-39 mph. Vehicles vulnerable to high winds, such as house trailers and box trailers, should exercise caution when crossing.

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