Traffic Advisory For US 50 East Before Bay Bridge

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — Headed to the beach Friday? Pack your patience.
Miles-long delays are reported along U.S. 50 eastbound Friday before the Bay Bridge. As of 5 p.m., traffic is backed up about 3.5 miles, officials said.
two-way traffic is now in effect, the Maryland Department of Transportation said. Officials are urging travelers to leave early or stay late throughout the weekend to ease congestion.
The Maryland Department of Transportation estimates that the best time to head to the