The Chester River Bridge Task Force, has confirmed that the planned closure dates for the bridge are now firm: July 18 — through August 14. There will be some preliminary work going on this spring and summer, with possible lane closures at times, but the actual bridge closure will not take place until July 18. During the closure period, the Bridge will undergo needed repairs and maintenance work.
UM Shore Regional Health team members are working with the Task Force to make sure that operations at UM SMC at Chestertown remain accessible to patients and staff, and that the public is well-informed about alternate routes to the medical center from Queen Anne’s county.
Kent and Queen Anne’s EMS do not anticipate changing any of their protocols, however, MIEMSS was put on notice of the possibility of more patient fly-outs from Chestertown due to the additional 20+ minute detour by vehicle. In addition, since a significant number of the members live south of the bridge, Chestertown Volunteer Fire Department will have six to eight firemen stationed at the firehouse 24/7 to reduce response times during the closure.
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