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Spring 2022 Bay Bridge Osprey Update

Submitted by Tamory Winfield on

With the ongoing work at the Bay Bridge that includes new replacement signing and lighting structures, the osprey nest platform was removed in early April for the safety of the workers and ospreys. It is important to note that the platform was removed in compliance with wildlife policies, as there were not eggs nor nestlings present, or even ospreys at the time of removal. At this time, there are plans to replace the osprey platform before the end of the year after the new signing and lighting structures have been erected.

In the interim, you may catch our feathered bridge commuters on our Bay Bridge traffic cameras from time to time.

https://mdta.maryland.gov/traffic-cameras-by-facility?WPL=#camera-999

 

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Oct 19

Public Event 10 19

6:30 PM

Point Breeze

Serious About Safety: CHART’s Role in Keeping Maryland Moving

This month’s Serious About Safety feature highlights the Coordinated Highways Action Response Team (CHART) and the work its teams do every day to help keep Maryland’s roadways safe.

CHART Emergency Response Technicians respond to crashes, disabled vehicles, roadway hazards, and other incidents, often while working alongside fast-moving traffic. Their jobs come with risks, which is why it is important for drivers to slow down and give roadside responders the space they need to work safely.

Potomac

In this month’s video, Brian Knott, an Emergency Response Technician with CHART at the State Highway Administration, shares more about his role, the safety challenges CHART teams face, and what drivers can do to help protect roadside workers. The feature also highlights Maryland’s Move Over law. When approaching a stopped emergency, service, or maintenance vehicle with its warning lights activated, drivers are required to move over when it is safe to do so. If moving over is not possible, drivers must slow down and proceed with caution.

Watch Brian’s video below to learn more about CHART and the importance of the Move Over law.

Want to learn more about CHART operations? Hear additional insight from the CHART Field Training & Certification Manager and Division Chief of Regional Operations on the Serious About Safety Hub page.

Oct 24

BARCStober Fest

10:00 AM

Patterson Park
2601 E Baltimore St,
Baltimore, MD 21224

Bring your furry friend and stop by the DriveEzMD booth at BARCStober Fest for tail-wagging treats, family-friendly fun, and helpful info on making travel across Maryland a breeze.

Oct 24

Journey at CFG Bank Arena

6:00 PM

CFG Bank Arena
201 W Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MD 21201

Come say hi! Stop by the DriveEzMD Outreach table before or after the event to grab some fun giveaways, chat with our team, and learn how E-ZPass can help make your travels around Maryland easier and more convenient.