As the first major winter storm of the season, the Mackinac Bridge is urging travelers to slow down and use extra caution when crossing the span.
Bob Sweeney is Secretary and CEO of the Mackinac Bridge.
He said the bridge does not use road salt during the winter; instead, they use sand.
He said that can lead to dramatically different road conditions between the I-75 and the bridge.
"Take your time, don't exceed the posted limits across the bridge, and you should arrive at your destination safely," Sweeney said.
Sweeney said to pay special attention when transitioning from I-75 to the Mackinac Bridge, and to be alert to changing road conditions.
Bob Sweeney is Secretary and CEO of the Mackinac Bridge.
He said the bridge does not use road salt during the winter; instead, they use sand.
He said that can lead to dramatically different road conditions between the I-75 and the bridge.
"Take your time, don't exceed the posted limits across the bridge, and you should arrive at your destination safely," Sweeney said.
Sweeney said to pay special attention when transitioning from I-75 to the Mackinac Bridge, and to be alert to changing road conditions.
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Mackinac Bridge Road Conditions: http://www.mackinacbridge.org/
Michigan State Police Road Conditions: http://www.michtip.state.mi.us/rw/home.htm