The A14 Orwell Bridge will remain open as Suffolk is hit with two days of gale-force winds.
A yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office from 9am on Wednesday until 6am the following morning.
Winds of up to 51mph are being forecast with the worst hit areas along exposed coasts near Felixstowe.
National Highways has confirmed the Orwell Bridge will remain open as usual but restrictions may be put in place later.
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A spokesman said: "We are planning for the Orwell Bridge to remain open but we are aware of the Met Office weather warnings and will be carefully monitoring wind speeds and gusts in the area.
"In line with our safety arrangements and to ensure the safety of road users, we may introduce speed restrictions on the bridge or implement a full closure if necessary.
"We would advise anyone planning on using the bridge to check their journey before they travel."
The Met Office has warned the strongest gusts of wind are expected around 9pm on New Year's Eve.
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