The Charles County Department of Emergency Services would like to notify citizens that the Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge on Route 301 in Charles County is closed to traffic due to an accident involving a UPS truck. Route 301 is closed at Route 257 (Rock Point Road). The bridge and Route 301 at Rock Point Road will remain closed until the accident has been cleared.
Motorists traveling in the area should use caution and expect traffic delays. Citizens are encouraged to monitor local news stations for traffic updates.
UPDATE: One lane is now open but traffic is still backed up. Be prepared for a long wait.
UPDATE: At 6:47 PM it was announced that both lanes are now open.
