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Ambassador Bridge Reopens Following Protest in Windsor

Tuesday, 8 February 2022 at 07:53

Photo Credit: Ambassador Bridge Facebook page, @Ambassadorbridge

Windsor Police say the U.S. bound lanes of the Ambassador Bridge are open, but drivers should avoid taking Huron Church Road to the border crossing.

WINDSOR - Officials decided to temporarily close the Ambassador Bridge border crossing between Windsor and Detroit.

Protestors against COVID-19 mandates and restrictions blocked traffic in both directions. The Windsor demonstration started yesterday morning.

According to the Essex County OPP, about 100 protestors remained on scene earlier this morning and drivers heading to the United States should take the Bluewater Bridge crossing in Sarnia.

Windsor Police say the U.S. bound lanes of the Ambassador Bridge are open and they can be accessed Wyandotte Street West entrance. Traffic is still backed up along Huron Church Road and police are recommending drivers find an alternate route to the border.

U.S. bound is open at the Ambassador Bridge and can be accessed from the Wyandotte St. West entrance. dg 12833.
— Windsor Police (@WindsorPolice) February 8, 2022

Traffic along Huron Church Rd remains congested. Pls continue to avoid the area or find alternate route. Officers will maintain a visible police presence to ensure order & public safety. We wish to thank everyone for their patience in dealing with traffic delays. dg 12833
— Windsor Police (@WindsorPolice) February 8, 2022

Traffic Advisory: Motorists heading to the Ambassador Bridge border point on #Hwy401 westbound are advised to plan an alternate route to the border via #HWY402 due to ongoing demonstration activity in the Windsor area. Monitor @511Ontario and local media for traffic updates. ^dr pic.twitter.com/gZEAEudaCn
— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) February 8, 2022

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