Pink panels may be reducing collisions on Bay Bridge

STEVENSVILLE - The bright pink panels along the eastbound span of the Bay Bridge appear to be helping drivers keep their distance from other vehicles, according to the latest statistics from the Maryland Transportation Authority.

"We are going to continue to study and see what the data shows, but so far it really has worked," said Kelly Melhem, an MdTA spokesman.

There has been a 30 percent reduction in collisions since the installation of the panels, according to the agency.

Last May, the MdTA launched its 2006 summer campaign for easing...