Traffic: Delays on 355 and Connecticut Ave Near I-495 in Bethesda Due to Walter Reed Lockdown

Drivers are being advised to avoid areas surrounding the Walter Reed Medical Center in Bethesda due to the ongoing bomb threat / shelter in place.

According to MCPD, all NSA Bethesda gates are closed and severe backups are possible on Rockville Pike (MD 355) at Cedar Lane, MD 355 at Jones Bridge Road, & Connecticut Ave (MD 185) near I-495.

Seek alternate routes.

All Naval Support Activity Bethesda Gates are closed. Severe backups possible on Rockville Pike (MD 355) at Cedar Lane, MD 355 at Jones Bridge Road, & Connecticut Ave (MD 185) near I-495. Seek alternate routes. #MdTraffic

— Montgomery Co. MD OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) October 20, 2021