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WEYMOUTH, Mass. — The Fore River Bridge got stuck in the open position, causing major traffic delays on Friday morning.
The bridge closed for emergency repairs around 9:30 a.m. and it reopened to traffic about an hour later.
“Please avoid this area and expect heavy traffic in the landing,” the Weymouth Police Department said in a tweet.
MassDOT also warned of delays on Route 3 north and south.
Motorists were urged to seek alternate routes.
Bridge is open!
— Weymouth Police (@WeymouthPD) May 27, 2022
Yikes! 3A drivers, be aware of this @boston25 https://t.co/oZccImMvw1
— Catherine Parrotta (@CatherineNews) May 27, 2022
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