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Heavy fog and multiple crashes trigger significant Sunday delays
Thick fog dominated conditions after 7:57 a.m., contributing to peak travel times of 29 minutes eastbound and 17 minutes westbound. A 7.6 mile westbound backup reached Exit 44a (VFW Avenue) by mid-afternoon, while a 5:42 p.m. eastbound crash at Sandy Point (Exit 32) closed the left lane and snarled traffic for over an hour. A separate westbound crash at 7:42 p.m. near Exit 39b briefly shuttered two lanes, though traffic cleared in both directions by 8:42 p.m. despite lingering visibility issues.
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- 11:57 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction, and travel times remain at normal levels. However, there is heavy fog on the bridge causing reduced visibility. Drivers should exercise caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 11:27 PMFog advisory
There are no current backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow remains normal. Travelers should exercise caution due to heavy fog causing reduced visibility across the bridge. It is advised to keep headlights on low beam and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 11:12 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction, and travel times remain at normal durations. There is heavy fog on the bridge causing reduced visibility, so drivers should use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe distance between vehicles.
- 10:57 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction as of Sunday, June 28th at 11:06 p.m. Travel times are normal, though heavy fog is causing reduced visibility on the bridge.
- 10:42 PMFog advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 10:51 PM, there are no backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While traffic is moving at normal speeds, heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility across the span. Please use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe distance between vehicles.
- 10:27 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction and travel times are normal. There is heavy fog on the bridge resulting in reduced visibility.
- 10:12 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction. As of Sunday, June 28th, at 10:21 p.m., traffic flow is normal. Heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. Travelers should use low beam headlights and maintain a safe distance between vehicles while crossing.
- 9:57 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction and travel times remain normal. However, motorists should exercise caution due to heavy fog causing reduced visibility on the bridge. It is recommended to keep headlights on low beam and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 9:42 PMFog advisory
As of Sunday evening, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. Heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility across the bridge. It is important to use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles while crossing.
- 9:27 PMFog advisory
As of Sunday, June 28 at 9:36 p.m., traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction. There is currently reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog. Drivers should use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles while traveling.
- 9:12 PMFog advisory
Traffic is flowing normally with no backups currently reported in either direction. Travelers should be aware of heavy fog causing reduced visibility on the bridge, which requires extra caution. It is recommended to keep headlights on low beam and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles. Travel times remain at typical levels for both eastbound and westbound trips.
- 8:57 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups reported in either direction as of 9:06 p.m. on Sunday, June 28th. There is currently heavy fog and reduced visibility across the bridge.
- 8:42 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 8:27 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday evening at 8:36 p.m., westbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Shopping Center Road, which is 1.8 miles from the bridge. Eastbound travel remains clear with no reported delays.
- 8:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 8:21 PM, westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 39b (Maryland 552 Dominion Road), approximately 3.2 miles from the bridge. Eastbound travel remains clear with no reported delays.
- 7:57 PMTraffic advisory
Westbound traffic is currently experiencing a four mile backup starting at exit 48 (South Piney Creek Road). Eastbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
- 7:42 PMIssue reported
Westbound traffic is experiencing significant delays starting at Exit 39b (Maryland 552/Dominion Road) due to a crash that has closed the two left lanes. Currently, only the right lane is open for westbound travelers. Eastbound traffic is moving normally with no reported delays.
- 6:42 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic flow is normal for a Sunday evening. For those traveling during the holiday weekend, the best times to be on the road are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday. On Saturday, the best times to travel are before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 6:27 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is delayed for 1.5 miles starting at Whitehall Road (exit 31). Westbound traffic is currently clear as of Sunday, June 28th at 6:36 p.m.
- 6:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 6:21 p.m., eastbound traffic is experiencing a three mile delay starting at Exit 29b (Cape Saint Claire Road). Westbound traffic is currently moving normally with no delays reported.
- 5:57 PMIssue reported
As of 6:06 PM on Sunday, June 28, eastbound traffic is delayed for one mile starting at Exit 32 (Sandy Point) because the left lane is closed for a crash. Currently, only the right lane is open on the eastbound bridge. Westbound traffic is also experiencing a 1.8 mile backup starting at Shopping Center Road.
- 5:42 PMIssue reported
As of Sunday at 5:51 PM, travelers are facing significant delays. Eastbound traffic is backed up one mile from Sandy Point (Exit 32) because the left lane is closed for a crash. Currently, only the right lane is open for eastbound travel. Westbound traffic is also experiencing delays, with backups stretching 3.2 miles starting at Dominion Road (Exit 39b).
- 5:27 PMTraffic advisory
Heavy fog is causing traffic delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is backed up for four miles starting at Exit 48 (South Piney Creek Road), while eastbound traffic is experiencing a one mile delay beginning at Exit 32 (Sandy Point). Additionally, westbound travel toward the Severn River Bridge is delayed starting at Exit 30, which is approximately three miles from the bridge. Reduced visibility is the primary cause of these slowdowns.
- 5:12 PMFog advisory
Significant traffic delays are occurring in both directions at the Bay Bridge due to heavy fog and reduced visibility. Eastbound traffic is backed up for 1.5 miles starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road). Westbound travelers are experiencing a 4 mile delay beginning at Exit 48 (South Piney Creek Road). Additionally, westbound traffic heading toward the Severn River Bridge is delayed for approximately 3 miles starting at Exit 30. Drivers should maintain a safe following distance and use low beam headlights while traveling across the bridge.
- 4:57 PMFog advisory
Heavy fog is causing traffic delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound congestion begins at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road), which is 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is backed up 4 miles starting at Exit 48 (South Piney Creek Road). For those traveling westbound toward the Severn River Bridge, delays start at Exit 30, roughly 3 miles from the bridge. Visibility is currently reduced across the area due to the heavy fog.
- 4:42 PMFog advisory
The Bay Bridge is currently experiencing traffic delays in both directions due to heavy fog. Eastbound congestion begins at Exit 29b (Cape Saint Claire Road), resulting in a three mile backup. Westbound traffic is delayed for 4.5 miles starting at Exit 41 (Kent Narrows Bridge). Travelers heading westbound toward the Severn River Bridge should also expect delays starting at Exit 30, which is approximately three miles from that bridge.
- 4:27 PMFog advisory
As of Sunday afternoon, June 28th, the Bay Bridge is experiencing heavy traffic delays in both directions due to reduced visibility from fog. Westbound traffic is backed up 6.6 miles starting at Exit 43a (Jackson Creek Road), while eastbound traffic is delayed 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30. Additionally, westbound travelers approaching the Severn River Bridge face a three mile delay starting at Exit 30. Drivers should maintain a safe following distance and use low beam headlights while crossing the bridge.
- 4:13 PMFog advisory
Heavy fog is causing significant traffic delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up 3.5 miles starting at Exit 29a (Bush Frontage Road), while westbound traffic is delayed 7.6 miles starting at Exit 44A (VFW Avenue). Visibility is currently reduced across the bridge, so drivers should use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance. Additionally, there is a three-mile backup for westbound travelers approaching the Severn River Bridge starting at Exit 30.
- 3:57 PMFog advisory
Both directions of the Bay Bridge are experiencing heavy delays and reduced visibility due to fog. Westbound traffic is backed up 7.6 miles starting at Exit 44a (VFW Avenue), and eastbound traffic is backed up 3.5 miles starting at Exit 29a (Bush Frontage Road). Drivers should use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance. Additionally, westbound travelers approaching the Severn River Bridge are facing a 3 mile delay starting at Exit 30.
- 3:42 PMFog advisory
Significant delays are currently impacting the Bay Bridge in both directions due to heavy fog and reduced visibility. Westbound traffic is backed up 7.6 miles starting at Exit 44 (VFW Avenue). Eastbound traffic is experiencing a 3.5-mile delay beginning at Exit 29a (Bush Frontage Road). Motorists traveling westbound toward the South River Bridge should also expect a 3-mile backup starting at Exit 30. Drivers should maintain a safe following distance while traveling through the area.
- 3:27 PMFog advisory
Heavy fog is causing significant traffic delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up 3.5 miles starting at Exit 29a (Bush Frontage Road), while westbound traffic is experiencing a 7.6 mile delay beginning at Exit 44a (VFW Avenue). Visibility on the bridge is currently reduced due to the weather. Additionally, westbound travelers approaching the Severn River Bridge face a three mile delay starting at Exit 30.
- 3:12 PMFog advisory
Both directions of the Bay Bridge are currently experiencing significant delays as of Sunday afternoon. Heavy fog has reduced visibility across the bridge, resulting in a 3.5 mile backup for eastbound traffic starting at Exit 29a (Bush Frontage Road). Westbound traffic is delayed 7.6 miles beginning at Exit 44a (VFW Avenue). Additionally, westbound travelers approaching the Severn River Bridge will encounter a 3 mile delay starting at Exit 30.
- 2:58 PMFog advisory
Heavy fog is causing significant traffic delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is currently backed up for 3.5 miles starting at Exit 29a (Bush Frontage Road). Westbound travelers are experiencing a 7.6 mile delay beginning at Exit 44a (VFW Avenue). Additionally, westbound traffic toward the Severn River Bridge is delayed for approximately three miles starting at Exit 30. Visibility is reduced across the bridge due to the weather conditions.
- 2:43 PMFog advisory
Significant delays and reduced visibility due to heavy fog are currently impacting the Bay Bridge in both directions. Eastbound traffic is backed up 4.5 miles starting at Exit 28 (Bay Dale Drive). Westbound traffic is experiencing a 7.6 mile delay beginning at Exit 44A (VFW Avenue). Travelers heading westbound are also seeing congestion starting at Exit 30, which is approximately three miles from the Severn River Bridge, and further back on the Eastern Shore prior to MD 404. Because of the heavy fog, use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 2:27 PMFog advisory
Significant traffic delays are currently impacting both directions of the Bay Bridge due to heavy fog and reduced visibility. Eastbound congestion begins 3.5 miles from the bridge at Exit 29a (Bush Frontage Road). Westbound delays start 7.6 miles away at Exit 44A (VFW Avenue). Drivers should use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance while traveling across the bridge. Additional westbound backups are reported three miles from the Severn River Bridge starting at Exit 30 and on the Eastern Shore along U.S. 50 prior to Maryland 404.
- 2:12 PMTraffic advisory
Significant delays are occurring in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up for three miles, starting at Exit 29b (Cape Saint Claire Road). Westbound traffic is experiencing a 6.6 mile delay beginning at Exit 43a (Jackson Creek Road). There is also a separate three mile delay for those traveling westbound toward the Severn River Bridge, starting at Exit 30.
- 1:57 PMTraffic advisory
Heavy delays are currently impacting both directions of the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up for approximately 3 miles starting at Exit 29b (Cape St. Claire Road). Westbound traffic is experiencing a 6.6 mile delay beginning at Exit 43a (Jackson Creek Road). Additionally, westbound travelers approaching the Severn River Bridge should expect a 3 mile backup starting at Exit 30.
- 1:42 PMTraffic advisory
As of 1:51 PM on Sunday, June 28, there are delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up for three miles starting at Exit 29b (Cape Saint Claire Road). Westbound traffic is experiencing a 6.6 mile delay beginning at Exit 43a (Jackson Creek Road). Additionally, travelers heading westbound toward the Severn River Bridge will encounter a three mile backup starting at Exit 30.
- 1:27 PMTraffic advisory
Delays are currently impacting both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up for three miles starting at Cape St. Clair Road (Exit 29 B). Westbound travelers are experiencing a 4.5 mile delay beginning at the Kent Narrows Bridge (Exit 41). Additionally, there is a three mile backup for westbound traffic approaching the Severn River Bridge starting at Exit 30.
- 1:12 PMTraffic advisory
Significant delays are currently impacting traffic in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound congestion begins at Exit 29b (Kate St Clair Road) and extends for three miles. Westbound traffic is backed up for 2.5 miles starting at Exit 39a (Castle Marina Road). Additionally, travelers heading westbound toward the Severn River Bridge will encounter a three mile delay starting at Exit 30.
- 12:57 PMTraffic advisory
As of 1:06 p.m. on Sunday, June 28th, there are delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up for three miles starting at Exit 29b (Kate St Clair Road). Westbound travelers are experiencing a 1.5 mile delay beginning at Exit 38a (Duke Street). Congestion is also reported near the Severn River Bridge, where eastbound delays begin at Exit 27 (approximately 0.5 miles from the bridge) and westbound delays start three miles back at Exit 30.
- 12:42 PMTraffic advisory
Both directions of the Bay Bridge are currently experiencing traffic delays. Eastbound congestion starts at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road), approximately 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound delays begin at Exit 38A (Duke Street), about 1.5 miles from the bridge. Additionally, westbound traffic heading toward the Severn River Bridge is backed up for three miles, starting at Exit 30.
- 12:27 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 12:36 p.m., there are delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up starting at Exit 32 (Sandy Point), which is one mile from the bridge. Westbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at the Exit 37 Route 8 overpass, approximately 0.6 miles from the bridge.
- 12:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 12:21 PM, eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road), roughly 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is moving normally with no delays reported.
- 11:57 AMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 12:06 p.m., eastbound traffic is delayed for 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30. Westbound traffic is currently moving normally with no reported delays.
- 11:27 AMFog advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road), which is 2.5 miles from the bridge. Heavy fog has reduced visibility across the span, so travelers should use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe distance between vehicles. Westbound traffic is currently moving at normal speeds.
- 11:12 AMFog advisory
As of 11:21 a.m. on Sunday, June 28th, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic flow is currently normal, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility on the bridge.
- 10:57 AMFog advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 11:06 a.m., there are no traffic backups in either direction. While travel is currently moving at normal speeds, visibility is reduced due to heavy fog.
- 10:42 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction. Heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. Drivers should use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe distance between vehicles.
- 10:27 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge as of Sunday, June 28th at 10:36 a.m. Traffic flow is normal, but heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge.
- 10:12 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. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 9:57 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction. Heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility on the bridge.
- 9:42 AMFog advisory
As of Sunday, June 28th at 9:51 a.m., there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. There is currently reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog, so travelers should proceed with caution.
- 9:26 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction on or approaching the bridge as of Sunday, June 28th at 9:36 a.m. While travel times are currently normal, there is reduced visibility on the bridge.
- 9:12 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic flow is normal, heavy fog is present and causing reduced visibility for those traveling across the span.
- 8:57 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. Drivers should exercise caution due to heavy fog causing reduced visibility. It is recommended to keep headlights on low beam and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 8:42 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear in both directions with no backups on or approaching the bridge. There is reduced visibility on the span due to heavy fog. You should maintain a safe following distance and use low beam headlights while traveling.
- 8:27 AMFog advisory
As of 8:36 a.m., traffic is clear with no backups in either direction. Heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility on the bridge, so motorists should keep headlights on low beam and maintain a safe distance between vehicles.
- 8:12 AMFog advisory
Traffic is moving normally with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction as of Sunday, June 28, at 8:21 a.m. While traffic flow is clear, there is reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog. Travelers should maintain a safe following distance and keep headlights on low beam while crossing.
- 7:57 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge, and travel times remain normal. However, there is reduced visibility due to heavy fog. Use caution while traveling by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe distance between vehicles.
- 6:57 AMAll clear
As of 7:06 a.m. on Sunday, June 28th, there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is moving at normal speeds. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are on Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. For future planning, the best travel windows for Friday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., while Saturday travel is best before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 6:57 AMAll clear
As of 7:06 a.m. on Sunday, June 28th, there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is moving at normal speeds. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are on Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. For future planning, the best travel windows for Friday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., while Saturday travel is best before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 5:57 AMAll clear
As of 6:06 a.m. on Sunday, June 28, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is currently flowing at normal speeds. To avoid congestion throughout the weekend, the best travel times are Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 4:57 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. General weekend recommendations include traveling Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you to avoid rear end collisions.
- 3:57 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups reported in either direction. Both eastbound and westbound travel times are within normal ranges for early Sunday morning. For those planning trips throughout the remainder of 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., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 2:57 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. As of 3:06 a.m. on Sunday, June 28, traffic is flowing at normal durations. For those traveling during the remainder of the weekend, the best times to cross on Sunday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. For future planning, the lightest traffic typically occurs on Fridays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and on Saturdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
- 1:57 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. As of 2:06 a.m. on Sunday, June 28th, traffic is flowing at normal speeds. For the best travel experience during the remainder of the weekend, plan to cross on Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. General weekend recommendations for optimal travel times include Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
- 12:57 AMAll clear
As of 1:06 a.m. on Sunday, June 28th, there are no backups approaching the bridge in either direction and traffic flow is normal.
For those planning travel for the remainder of the weekend, the best times to be on the road are Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.