ST. IGNACE, MI — The Mackinac Bridge Authority is asking motorists to be prepared to drive slower across the Mackinac Bridge Thursday as wind speeds are measuring between 20-to-34 miles-per-hour as of 12:15 p.m.
Because of the wind speeds, the MBA is asking anyone traveling across the bridge to reduce their speeds to 20 miles-per-hour, turn on their four way flashers, and use the outside lane when possible. Motorists in vehicles that are vulnerable to high winds — pickup trucks with campers, motor homes, vehicles pulling trailers and enclosed semi-truck trailers — are asked to use extra caution.
You can check the latest bridge conditions here.
The MBA says it will continue to monitor wind speeds near the bridge and update motorists if anything changes for those looking to pass across the bridge. If you are planning on traveling near the bridge you can tune in to AM radio 530 or…
