US, Canada: Authorities close Ambassador Bridge between Detroit, Mich., and Windsor, Ont., following suspicious package Oct. 2

Event

Canadian authorities have closed the Ambassador Bridge between Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario, from the Canadian side late Oct. 2 following a reported suspicious package. Officials did not immediately confirm when traffic will resume across the bridge, but they have advised travelers to re-route to the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel.

Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely at border crossings and routes between Detroit and Windsor and adjacent roads over the coming hours. Business disruptions may occur for organizations dependent on trucked freight between Michigan and Ontario. Lingering disruptions are likely for several hours after the Ambassador Bridge is reopened. Delays at nearby US-Canada border crossings are also possible over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the Ambassador Bridge until authorities give the all-clear. Monitor local media for developments. Allow for additional transit time and disruptions to shipments at local US-Canada border crossings. Heed the instructions of emergency personnel.