Baltimore County, MD – Drivers in the Owings Mills and Pikesville areas are facing significant delays today after Reisterstown Road was shut down in both directions near Interstate 695, prompting a traffic advisory from police.
According to the Baltimore County Police Department, Reisterstown Road is closed between Naylors Lane and I-695 in ZIP code 21208. The closure affects all lanes in both directions, forcing motorists to use alternate routes while crews respond to the situation.
Police did not immediately release details on what caused the shutdown, but officers are advising drivers to expect delays throughout the area, especially during busy commuting periods. The closure impacts a major north-south corridor that connects neighborhoods in Baltimore County with the Baltimore Beltway.
Reisterstown Road serves as a key route for drivers traveling between Owings Mills, Pikesville, and surrounding communities, and backups were reported shortly after the advisory was issued. Motorists heading toward I-695 are encouraged to plan extra travel time and consider detours using nearby arterial roads.
Traffic conditions may continue to change as authorities assess when it is safe to reopen the roadway. No estimated reopening time has been announced as of this update.
Drivers are urged to remain alert, follow posted detour signs, and avoid the area if possible until the closure is lifted. Additional updates are expected as more information becomes available from police.
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