03/15/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/15/2026 10:44
MTA Bridges and Tunnels today announced that due to forecasts of high wind conditions beginning this evening, the agency will be implementing a ban on empty tractor-trailers and tandem (piggyback, dual, triple, etc.) trucks at all of our bridges beginning at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Based on the current forecast and the timing of this weather event, it is anticipated that the ban will remain in effect until approximately 12:00 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026. However, the operational period for this restriction will be adjusted as necessary based on current conditions and updated forecasts.
The seven bridges where the prohibition will be in effect are:
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
Cross Bay Bridge
Henry Hudson Bridge
Marine Parkway Bridge
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Throgs Neck Bridge
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
These times are subject to change. For real-time updates on service changes, motorists can visit the MTA app or mta.info. Customers can sign up for real-time email and SMS alerts from MTA Bridges and Tunnels.