Community Alert Notification

12:38 PM - Bay Bridge traffic released from high wind traffic hold. Bridge now under FULL WIND RESTRICTIONS.

12:30 pm - Bay Bridge traffic is temporarily held due to high winds.

Wind Warnings

A Wind Warning is implemented when sustained wind speeds reach 30 to 39 mph for at least 10 minutes, or when gusts persistently exceed 30 mph over a 15-minute period. Under these conditions, operators of house trailers, box trailers, and motorcycles are advised to use caution. This advisory also applies to vehicles with roof-mount racks containing cargo or any other vehicle susceptible to high winds.

Limited Wind Restrictions

When conditions worsen, Limited Wind Restrictions go into effect. This occurs with sustained wind speeds of 40 to 49 mph for 10 minutes or more, or gusts exceeding 40 mph for 15 minutes. During this phase, house trailers and empty box trailers are prohibited from crossing. Law enforcement personnel may also prohibit any vehicle deemed unsafe for the bridge. Motorists denied passage will be assisted in turning around safely.

Full Wind Restrictions

Full Wind Restrictions are enacted when sustained winds exceed 50 mph for 10 minutes, or gusts exceed 50 mph for 15 minutes. Under these restrictions, only automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers, commercial buses, and heavy-laden tractor-trailers are permitted to cross. Tractor-box trailer combinations must have a gross weight of at least 64,000 pounds to be allowed passage.

Traffic Holds and Bridge Closures

In the most severe conditions, a Traffic Hold or Bridge Closure is initiated. This happens when sustained winds or gusts exceed 55 mph for the specified durations, or if there is a sudden increase in wind speed that jeopardizes life or property. At this stage, the MDTA stops all traffic movement across the bridge.