6 days ago · A Christmastime storm brought snow to the mountains surrounding Northern Nevada and California. Here's where travelers can check roadconditions.
· Chain controls are now in effect on Interstate 80 over Donner Summit as a powerful Christmas-week storm continues to pound the Sierra Nevada with heavysnow and strong winds. According to California Highway Patrol Truckee, chain controls were implemented early Wednesday morning as conditions deteriorated overnight.
· Every winter, heavysnowfall, whiteout conditions, and black ice contribute to thousands of collisions, spinouts, and closures along I-80. For newcomers and travelers unfamiliar with mountain driving, the risks multiply.
5 days ago · Get real-time DonnerPassroad closure updates. This page pulls live data directly from Caltrans, ensuring you have the most accurate and up-to-date information on closures, chain controls, and travel restrictions.
· As the snowstorm continues, cars are now able to drive along I-80 through Donner Summit, with chain restrictions in place. Semi trucks are not allowed at this time, until conditions improve. Officials also say to be prepared by having extra clothing, a full tank of gas, good wiper blades, with mud and snow rated tires, chains, or four-wheel drive.
Interstate80 over Donner Summit is open year-round, but conditions on the pass in the winter often cause temporary closures. For this reason, during the winter it is always prudent to check with CalTrans before setting out.
1 day ago · For travelers on I-90, I-86, and I-79, be prepared for heavysnow, especially around the Great Lakes where 1-2 feet of snow is likely, possibly even exceeding 3 feet. Snow squalls may lead to sudden white-out conditions on I-80 through Ohio and Pennsylvania, impacting Thursday morning commutes.
