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- 11:03 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow remains normal. For those planning to travel this weekend, the best times to head out are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 11:03 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow remains normal. For those planning to travel this weekend, the best times to head out are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 10:03 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups and traffic is moving normally in both directions. For those traveling this weekend, the best times to avoid delays are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 10:03 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups and traffic is moving normally in both directions. For those traveling this weekend, the best times to avoid delays are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 9:03 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently moving normally with no backups in either direction.
For those traveling this weekend, the best times to cross are Friday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. On Saturday, plan to be on the road before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
- 9:03 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently moving normally with no backups in either direction.
For those traveling this weekend, the best times to cross are Friday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. On Saturday, plan to be on the road before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
- 8:03 PMAll clear
Current traffic is clear with no backups in either direction. For those planning weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. On Saturday, aim to travel before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. to avoid congestion.
- 8:03 PMAll clear
Current traffic is clear with no backups in either direction. For those planning weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. On Saturday, aim to travel before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. to avoid congestion.
- 7:03 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal travel speeds. For those planning trips over the upcoming weekend, the best times to travel are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 7:03 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal travel speeds. For those planning trips over the upcoming weekend, the best times to travel are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 6:02 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction. There are three lanes open eastbound and two lanes operating westbound, with travel times remaining at normal levels.
- 5:02 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction. As of 5:11 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, the bridge is operating with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound. Travel times remain normal for this time of day.
- 4:49 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing delays beginning at Exit 30, roughly 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is flowing normally with no reported delays, despite a left lane closure in place to prepare for two-way traffic. Heavy fog has significantly reduced visibility on the bridge; travelers should use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance.
- 4:48 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing delays beginning at Exit 30, roughly 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is flowing normally with no reported delays, despite a left lane closure in place to prepare for two-way traffic. Heavy fog has significantly reduced visibility on the bridge; travelers should use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance.
- 4:33 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road), roughly 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound travel remains clear despite a left lane closure for two-way traffic preparation. Heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the span; keep low-beam headlights on and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 4:33 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road), roughly 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound travel remains clear despite a left lane closure for two-way traffic preparation. Heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the span; keep low-beam headlights on and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 4:17 PMFog advisory
Eastbound traffic is backed up for 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road). Westbound travel is currently moving normally, though the left lane is closed for two-way traffic preparation. Heavy fog has significantly reduced visibility on the bridge; use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 4:02 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays in either direction. While travel times remain normal, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog. Drivers should use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance. Note that the westbound left lane is closed to prepare for two-way traffic, though it is not currently impacting flow.
- 3:47 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently moving at normal speeds with no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While traffic flow is steady, drivers should exercise caution due to reduced visibility from heavy fog. Additionally, the westbound left lane is closed to prepare for two-way traffic. Use low beams and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you.
- 3:32 PMFog advisory
No backups or delays are currently reported in either direction on the Bay Bridge, with travel times remaining normal for both eastbound and westbound commuters. While traffic is flowing freely, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog; use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and increasing following distances. Additionally, the westbound left lane is currently closed to prepare for two-way traffic operations.
- 3:32 PMFog advisory
No backups or delays are currently reported in either direction on the Bay Bridge, with travel times remaining normal for both eastbound and westbound commuters. While traffic is flowing freely, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog; use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and increasing following distances. Additionally, the westbound left lane is currently closed to prepare for two-way traffic operations.
- 3:22 PMFog advisory
Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear with no delays or backups in either direction. While travel times are normal, heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the span. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance. The westbound left lane is currently closed for two-way traffic preparation.
- 3:22 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the bridge in either direction. Traffic is moving at normal speeds, even with the left lane closed for two-way traffic preparation. Visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog; use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 3:09 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction. While flow is normal, the westbound left lane is closed for two-way traffic preparation. Heavy fog is also significantly reducing visibility, so keep your headlights on low beam and maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles.
- 3:09 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays in either direction. As of 3:16 PM on Tuesday, February 17th, travel times remain normal. However, there is currently reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog. Additionally, the westbound left lane is closed to prepare for two-way traffic operations.
- 3:09 PMFog advisory
As of Tuesday afternoon, traffic is flowing normally with no backups or delays reported in either direction. Travelers should be aware of reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog; keep headlights on low beam and maintain a safe following distance. Additionally, the westbound left lane is currently closed to prepare for two-way traffic operations.
- 3:03 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge, and travel times remain normal. Drivers should be aware of reduced visibility due to heavy fog and note that the westbound left lane is closed for two-way traffic preparation. Use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance while crossing.
- 2:47 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear in both directions with no backups or delays reported as of 2:55 p.m. on Tuesday. Travel times remain normal, even with the westbound left lane closed for two-way traffic preparation. However, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog; use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance.
- 2:17 PMFog advisory
As of Tuesday at 2:25 p.m., traffic is moving normally with no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While the westbound left lane is closed to prepare for two-way traffic, it is not currently impacting travel times. Be advised that heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge; maintain a safe following distance and keep your headlights on low beam.
- 2:02 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times are moving at normal durations. While traffic is clear, heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility.
- 1:47 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction, though heavy fog is causing significantly reduced visibility across the bridge. Drivers should use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 1:47 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction, though heavy fog is causing significantly reduced visibility across the bridge. Drivers should use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 1:32 PMFog advisory
Traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction. However, there is heavy fog causing reduced visibility on the bridge. Use caution by keeping your headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 1:17 PMFog advisory
As of 1:25 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, traffic is clear with no backups in either direction and travel times are normal. Please be aware that heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility across the bridge.
- 1:17 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction. While travel times are normal, there is reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog.
- 1:02 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently moving normally with no backups reported in either direction. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility on the bridge. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 12:47 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal for both eastbound and westbound commuters. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. Drivers should exercise caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 12:47 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal for both eastbound and westbound commuters. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. Drivers should exercise caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 12:32 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with normal travel times in both directions. The primary concern for drivers is reduced visibility due to heavy fog on the bridge. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 12:17 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge. However, heavy fog has significantly reduced visibility across the span. Drivers should use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles while traveling through the area.
- 12:17 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge. However, heavy fog has significantly reduced visibility across the span. Drivers should use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles while traveling through the area.
- 12:02 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times are normal for both eastbound and westbound traffic. Visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog, so keep headlights on low beam and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles while crossing.
- 11:47 AMFog advisory
There are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, be aware that heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 11:47 AMFog advisory
There are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, be aware that heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 11:32 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. Heavy fog is present across the span, resulting in reduced visibility.
- 11:32 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span, so extra caution is necessary while traveling.
- 11:17 AMFog advisory
As of late Tuesday morning, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. However, travelers should be aware of heavy fog and significantly reduced visibility across the span.
- 11:17 AMFog advisory
As of late Tuesday morning, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. However, travelers should be aware of heavy fog and significantly reduced visibility across the span.
- 11:02 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups or delays on the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the span. Use extra caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 11:02 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups or delays on the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the span. Use extra caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 10:47 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility on the bridge.
- 10:47 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The most significant factor for travelers is heavy fog causing reduced visibility across the span.
- 10:32 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction, with traffic flowing at normal travel times. However, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog, so use caution by keeping your headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance.
- 10:32 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction, with traffic flowing at normal travel times. However, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog, so use caution by keeping your headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance.
- 10:17 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While travel times remain normal, there is heavy fog on the bridge causing reduced visibility.
- 9:17 AMAll clear
As of 9:25 a.m. Tuesday, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic flow is currently normal.
- 9:17 AMAll clear
As of 9:25 a.m. Tuesday, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic flow is currently normal.
- 9:02 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Travel times are normal, though motorists should be aware of reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog.
- 8:47 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. While the flow of traffic is clear, travel is being impacted by reduced visibility due to heavy fog across the span.
- 8:47 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. While the flow of traffic is clear, travel is being impacted by reduced visibility due to heavy fog across the span.
- 8:17 AMFog advisory
As of 8:25 a.m. Tuesday, traffic is clear with no backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Travel times are currently normal; however, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span.
- 8:02 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear in both directions on the Bay Bridge with normal travel times. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility, so exercise caution during your trip.
- 7:47 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. Heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span, so use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance. Drivers heading westbound toward the Severn River Bridge should expect delays starting at Exit 27.
- 7:32 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. For those traveling westbound toward the Severn River Bridge, delays begin at Exit 27, approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge.
- 7:32 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. For those traveling westbound toward the Severn River Bridge, delays begin at Exit 27, approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge.
- 7:17 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups on the Bay Bridge in either direction. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. For those traveling westbound toward the South River Bridge, expect delays starting at Exit 27, approximately a half-mile from the bridge.
- 7:02 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal durations. However, heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the span. Travelers heading westbound toward the Severn River Bridge should account for delays starting at Exit 27.
- 7:02 AMFog advisory
Westbound delays currently begin at Exit 27 near the Severn River Bridge, though there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. As of 7:10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, traffic is moving at normal durations, but heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge.
- 6:47 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction and normal travel times as of 6:55 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th. While there are no delays, heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility.
- 6:47 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction and normal travel times as of 6:55 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th. While there are no delays, heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility.
- 6:32 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction as of 6:40 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th. While travel times remain normal, heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the bridge.
- 6:17 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction. Note that heavy fog is causing reduced visibility on the bridge.
- 6:02 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction. As of 6:10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, travel times are normal. Heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility.
- 5:52 AMFog advisory
As of 6 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, there are no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge, and traffic is flowing at normal speeds. However, heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility across the span.
- 5:37 AMFog advisory
Traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction as of 5:45 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th. While travel times are standard, heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility across the bridge.
- 5:21 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear in both directions with no backups, though heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 4:22 AMAll clear
As of 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the bridge in either direction. For those planning weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. On Saturday, the lightest traffic is expected before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 4:22 AMAll clear
As of 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the bridge in either direction. For those planning weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. On Saturday, the lightest traffic is expected before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 4:22 AMAll clear
As of 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the bridge in either direction. For those planning weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. On Saturday, the lightest traffic is expected before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 3:22 AMAll clear
As of 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal.
For those planning trips over the weekend, the best times to travel are:
- Friday: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- Saturday: Before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- Sunday: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 2:23 AMAll clear
As of 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal durations.
For those planning travel for the upcoming weekend, the best times to cross are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 2:23 AMAll clear
As of 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal durations.
For those planning travel for the upcoming weekend, the best times to cross are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 2:23 AMAll clear
As of 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17th, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal durations.
For those planning travel for the upcoming weekend, the best times to cross are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 1:22 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction.
If you are traveling this coming weekend, the best times to avoid congestion are:
- Friday: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- Saturday: Before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- Sunday: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 12:22 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal speeds.
For those planning travel this weekend, the best times to cross on Friday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. Saturday travel is lightest before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m. On Sunday, aim to be on the bridge before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.