Heavy Traffic Expected In Downtown Baltimore On Wednesday

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- The Baltimore City Department of Transportation said that drivers should expect heavy traffic in downtown Baltimore on Wednesday in light of the Freddie Gray hearings.

Drivers traveling downtown on Wednesday, September 2 are strongly advised to be prepared for traffic congestion and delays.

The heaviest traffic is expected around Baltimore City Circuit Court and City Hall, and will likely impact Local Bus service throughout downtown.

Temporary traffic stops and road closures also may be implemented at any time if necessary.

Commuters are discouraged from using Calvert Street south of Lexington Street. If possible, use alternate routes away from this area, as parking will be also restricted along portions of Guilford Avenue, Calvert, Lexington and Fayette Streets on Wednesday.

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