Bay Bridge wind warnings lifted early Friday morning

MARYLAND - Wind warnings were lifted on the Bay Bridge early Friday morning after strong gusts on Thursday triggered restrictions.

The National Weather Service issued a Wind Advisory for most of the day on Thursday as a storm system exited the region. Wind gusts of over 50 mph were recorded in some areas.

Thursday’s wind restrictions prevented house trailers and empty box trailers from crossing the bridge.

The wind warnings were removed around 4:30 a.m. on Friday.

On Wednesday, officials closed the Bay Bridge in both directions after severe weather brought the threat of damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, hail, and a tornado risk.