The Ministry of National Security is issuing an updated public safety advisory this evening as winter gale conditions continue to intensify across the island.
Weather forecasts indicate that winds will strengthen further this evening, with the strongest gusts expected between 11.00 p.m. tonight and 6.00 a.m. tomorrow morning.
These conditions will produce hazardous driving environments, especially in exposed areas.
The Ministry confirms and reiterates that the Causeway will not be closed and remains open.
However, worsening winds combined with increased coastal sea levels are expected to generate significant spray across the bridge crossing. This also extends to Watford Bridge in the west end.
Motorists, particularly motorcycle and auxiliary cycle riders, are strongly urged to stay off the roads during this peak weather window. Ideally, travel should be limited to emergencies and essential movement only.
More specifically, residents and motorists are urged to:
- Avoid the Causeway as well as Watford Bridge after 11.00 p.m. tonight unless travel is absolutely essential.
- Stay off the roads wherever possible during the peak wind period of 11.00 p.m. to 6.00 a.m.
- Continue to use extreme caution if they must travel before conditions worsen.
The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, said, “Conditions are expected to worsen significantly later tonight. While the Causeway remains open, we are advising the public to avoid crossing it, or Watford Bridge, after 11.00 p.m. unless absolutely necessary. Our priority is to keep everyone safe, and we urge residents to stay off the roads during the peak gusts.”
The Ministry will continue to monitor the weekend weather system throughout the night and will issue additional updates if conditions change.
The public is encouraged to follow official Government of Bermuda channels for the latest advisories and updates. The Ministry of National Security will continue to closely monitor the system throughout the evening and will provide additional updates if conditions change. For weather updates, visit www.weather.bm.
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