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Mackinac Bridge closes after more ice falls from suspended cables, towers

The Mackinac Bridge closed Wednesday due to dangerous conditions from falling ice, impacting travel.
A recent ice storm coated the bridge, and subsequent temperature changes caused ice to fall.
Ice chunks and spears dropped from the towers and cables, creating a hazard for vehicles and people.
MBA Bridge Director Kim Nowack stated, "Given the amount of ice...closures are likely to be lengthy."
The bridge has closed multiple times this week, and MBA officials discourage travel to the Straits area.

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