Many rear windows are tempered glass.
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Whether or not it will work on your windows, you probably want it already removed from the package before you have a need for it. 
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Yes, it is not just the condition of the bridge, but whether it is designed to survive a ramming by a ship of the size that can go through that waterway.
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I’m thinking I might want to pick up an old car with manual windows.
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Same
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I saw a video not too long ago that they recommended removing the head rest and using the metal pieces on the back window. Does that even sound right?
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What is your definition of “recent”?
Me three. that freaks me out as the worst way to die. Well a fire is a close second.
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The AAA article shared above had a link that listed cars (at least until 2020) that had laminated side windows:
There were only 1 or 2 vehicles from 2020 on the list (Ford and Lincoln, I believe), so if you have a 2000 or newer model, I would use other means of checking your type of windows.
Also, for those who didn’t read the AAA article, it’s best to have a spring-loaded tool rather than a hammer-style tool to break the glass.
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I have been terrified of bridges that span water ever since I can remember. When I was a kid, I used to hide on the floor when we went over the Mackinac bridge (every summer) … 5 miles of sheer terror. Since having kids, I have been able to keep my fear under control. After this, though, it’s going to be tough.
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My model isnt listed, at all…
It’s so much more dangerous just driving across town. 
I don’t go on carnival rides. THOSE scare me. The rides are taken down and then thrown together at the next location.
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I’m rethinking where to store my glass-breaker.
I don’t like glove box and armrest compartment storage because they may be hard to open if under water. But now I realize my current storage in open side door map slot may not work either since the items could start floating around once water comes inside. 
Now thinking of a velcro attachment or quick-release somewhere…
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Open the window part way and see if it has two layers of glass (laminated).
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I don’t drive near enough water to worry too much about this. I suppose we could use the panel in the door where I keep umbrellas to store it. And my tesla is a 2018 so doesn’t have the laminated glass. But my DH has a 2023 car. It probably does.
I just don’t know what to say. I am in shock. I hurt for those people who may have passed away but also for all of those people whose livelihoods depend on that bridge access.
Not everyone can work from home.
I don’t think we can get into the blame game because the issue should be the lives and safety of anyone traversing a bridge.
Accidents happen. We can’t control these types of freak accidents. I think it makes it worse when people try to pinpoint and spend so much time blaming others.
We need to help the people and families adversely affected.
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There will be longer commutes and rerouting of traffic that did travel that way for a very long time. It’s going to take years and a LOT of money to design and rebuild a bridge in that spot.
I feel very much for the families who have lost loved ones in this tragic accident.
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Especially if they want to build a better bridge that can withstand large ship ramming.
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I saw a video of a Hell’s Angels type biker being driven across that bridge in a MI State Police truck with his big bike tied on the flatbed. He was in the passenger seat with his eyes closed. Apparently, that is a service they provide to skittish travelers.
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Yes, that is an option.