I-70 is closed EB at the 257 at the end of a law enforcement pursuit. The pursuit started at the Evergreen Walmart after a CSP Trooper involved shooting. No one was shot. Minor injuries to the suspect and trooper. Investigation on-going. PIO on-scene at Walmart. Updates on I70 closure as available.
ALERT: I-70 and Hwy 40 are closed in both directions from the Morrison exit to the Lookout Mountain exit. A semi heading westbound is leaking hazardous materials. Hazmat crews are responding, and Colorado State Patrol is the lead agency. Avoid the area. It’s unclear how long the roads will be closed.
The Annual Triple Bypass Bicycling Event is today, impacting traffic through Clear Creek and Summit Counties. Colorado 103 and US 6 over Loveland Pass are closed for the event.
Scheduled times to release traffic onto the highways is approximate. Safety is the overriding priority.
Here are Clear Creek EMS' stats for calls for service during the month of May. In total, we had 130 responses. Stay safe out there, and we will be there for you if you need us. #mountainEMS#ClearCreekCounty
**SCAM ALERT** We've been made aware of a fraudulent text message claiming to be from the "Colorado Department of Vehicles (DMV)". The Colorado DMV will never text you about tolls or tickets. If you receive a suspicious text, don’t click on any links and do not share personal or financial information. Learn more: https://t.co/YQqWNrOnYm
Interstate 70 is closed in both directions due to a multi-vehicle / multi-injury crash 4 miles east of Silverthorne. Unknown for how long.
DETOUR: US 6 Loveland Pass
Westbound Exit 216
Eastbound Exit 205
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I-70 Safety Hold
Westbound traffic is being held at the Eisenhower Tunnel due to semi driver's putting chains on IN the westbound lanes between Silverthorne exit (X 205) and Frisco (X 201).
Troopers working the area with urgency. Traffic will be released as soon as possible.
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Beautiful day for targeted CMV Chain Checks at Chief Hosa with our partners @ColoradoDOT. Our Port Of Entry team checked 197 trucks and cited 16 for not having chains. We don't have numbers from our troopers yet as they are still working I-70. S1
Winter still has a tight grip on the mountain corridor. Adverse conditions will return tonight through tomorrow morning.
Expect CMV chain law and passenger vehicle traction law restrictions along I-70 and US 285.
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We're holding a Meet and Greet event at the Training Academy on March 30. Come in person to ask questions about being a trooper and the academy experience. Col. Matthew Packard, our recruiters and other patrol members will be there.
Winter continues in our mountains tonight along the I-70 Mountain Corridor. Passenger Vehicles must have Winter, Mud & Snow Tires or 4-wheel drive.
Commercial & large Vehicles must use chains between Silverthorne (mp 205) and Bakerville (mp 220).
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The Colorado State Patrol is hiring cadets for a Denver Metro Area and surrounding counties-focused academy class! Want to experience the job firsthand? Ready to apply? Start your journey now: https://t.co/DIqkHXohif
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TRAVEL ALERT - The approaching winter storm will impact travel. Expect Passenger Vehicle Traction Law and Commercial Vehicle Chain Law restrictions along the I-70 and US 285 corridors through the mountains over night.
NO TRUCK PARKING IN THE MOUNTAINS.
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Winter storm to bring heavy snow to the mountains, Palmer Divide, and parts of the eastern plains. Winds of 50 to 70 mph to prevail tonight and Tuesday over eastern Colorado. Where it snow greater than an inch or two, blizzard conditions are expected. #COwx
US 6 Loveland Pass Closed due to hazardous condioions. Will remain closed overnight.
Hazmat Vehs stay on I-70 and stage at Eisenhower lots for top of the hour transit.
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