Baltimore, MD – Baltimore County travelers are being urged to expect longer drive times and crowded airports today as holiday travel surges across the region and throughout Maryland. According to Baltimore County Police, millions of people nationwide are hitting the roads and taking flights, leading to widespread delays and congestion.
According to the Baltimore County Police Department, motorists should plan for extra travel time, remain alert, and prioritize safety as traffic builds through the afternoon and evening. Police noted that both local roadways and major corridors, including I-95, I-83, and the Baltimore Beltway (I-695), are expected to see heavy volume through the holiday period.
The department emphasized that travelers should prepare for slower conditions around key choke points, including Towson, White Marsh, Catonsville, and the I-95/695 interchange. Airport travelers heading to BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport may also encounter longer security lines and increased roadway congestion near Terminal Road and Airport Boulevard.
Local Police & Community Relations Councils (PCRC) across Baltimore County— including PCRC 7 (Baltimore County Police & Community Relations Council), PCRC 02, White Marsh PCRC Precinct 9, and Wilkens PCRC—echoed the guidance and urged residents to stay patient and follow posted traffic instructions.
Weather changes, increased commercial traffic, and early holiday departures are expected to compound delays across the region. Maryland officials recommend that drivers check live traffic maps, keep emergency kits in their vehicles, and avoid distracted driving during peak hours.
Residents traveling today are encouraged to share what they’re seeing on the roads.
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