We've upgraded our Winter Storm Watch to a Winter Storm Warning. It will be in effect from 10 PM tonight until 10 PM Mon, 1/22. This still covers areas above 6000 ft in the Sierra and S Cascades. Heaviest snowfall expected Sat afternoon/evening, then Sun night-Mon morning. #CAwx
All lanes of EB Interstate 80 just west of Greenback Lane remain CLOSED tonight for a @CHPNSac investigation and all vehicles are being detoured off at Greenback in @CityofCHeights.
I-80 remains CLOSED eastbound at Applegate and westbound at the Nevada State line. Also, do not attempt to bypass chain control by using your gps or google maps, you will get stuck!! (2/28/23 6:00am)
@PlacerSheriff
All County facilities will be closed today, February 28th. County Roads, Wastewater, and Sheriff’s patrol services will continue as usual. County staff impacted by County building closures will work remotely where possible to continue providing services.
HOLDING all traffic in both directions on Interstate 80 and eastbound State Route 20 in @nevadacityca due to whiteout conditions and multiple spinouts over Donner Summit. Chain controls on Highway 50.
Turning ALL WB traffic on Interstate 80 at the @nevadadot state line due to a rockslide at Mystic in @NevadaCountyCA. Crews en route. No ETO. @CHP_Truckee
Damaging winds will return again later this evening through tomorrow as the next winter storm arrives to interior #NorCal.
Widespread power outages, downed trees and difficult driving conditions will be possible.
Secure your loose outdoor items!
#CAwx
Currently snowing down to around 3000 feet along I-80. Snow levels may lower down to near 2500 feet briefly this evening but no significant accumulation is expected at that level. #CAwx
#TrafficAlert for traffic being held on westbound I-80 in Truckee due to vehicle spinouts. There is no ETO for spinouts to be cleared and the roadway to reopen. Please drive to arrive to your destination safely this Presidents Day holiday. @CHP_Truckee