High winds predicted for Tuesday force Pacific Transit to cancel the Purple Route and limit the Aberdeen and Astoria routes to just two runs.

Forecasts show gusts on the Astoria-Megler Bridge exceeding 50 mph for much of the day Tuesday, blowing the schedule off course. The Blue Ilwaco-Astoria Route will leave Ilwaco at 6:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. only.

The breezy weather also forces the temporary reduction of service on the Green Raymond-Aberdeen Route. The bus will leave Raymond at 6:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Concerns of high winds and high waves along the Columbia River resulted in the cancelation of Purple South Bend-Ilwaco for the day.

All other routes will be on a regular schedule.

The blustery spring storm is expected to affect only Tuesday’s schedule.

Pacific Transit will re-evaluate conditions Tuesday morning.

Riders are encouraged to call Pacific Transit at 360-875-9418 or 360-642-9418 or check the Facebook page for the latest information.