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Brooke Williams and Samantha Jarpe
DENVER (KDVR) — Heavy snow and wind within the excessive nation are anticipated to trigger security closures alongside Interstate 70 and on U.S. Freeway 40 at Berthoud Cross in a single day Saturday and thru the weekend.
The Colorado Division of Transportation is warning drivers that travel could be difficult in the northern mountains by means of Monday morning. The Colorado State Patrol is advising drivers to keep away from mountain journey if in any respect doable.
Some areas might see between one to two feet of snow. The Nationwide Climate Service mentioned there have been some indications that the heaviest snow could impact the I-70 corridor.
This, paired with excessive winds, might trigger whiteout situations and 0 visibility in locations. CDOT mentioned drivers ought to be prepared for slick situations by means of the mountains and ensure their autos are ready to face the storm.
CDOT mentioned the unsafe situations will possible immediate security closures for I-70 and U.S. 40. If a closure on U.S. 40 is important, it would allow crews to conduct winter upkeep on Berthoud Cross.
Colorado State Patrol mentioned the Eisenhower and Vail Passes can be amongst these most impacted.
Westbound I-70 was closed close to the Eisenhower Tunnel round 9:30 p.m. as a consequence of a number of crashes. The highway has since been reopened.
CDOT has an online tool called COtrip which drivers can use to observe highway situations and verify for closures. There may be additionally an app, COtrip Planner.
Although crews can be working to clear roadways of snow and ice till they’re clear, CDOT encourages motorists to organize for closures and pack additional blankets, clothes, meals, water and leisure.
Denver, Colorado climate sources
Keep ready for storms and forecast modifications, a Pinpoint Climate Alert Day and different essential climate data:
The Pinpoint Weather team will proceed to replace the forecast a number of occasions every day.
