Sierra chain controls up on I-80, Highway 50

Heavy snow brings chain controls to Sierra highways as Winter Storm Warning is in effect
Heavy snow and multiple spinouts Thursday morning had officials holding all traffic on Interstate 80 at the California and Nevada state line in the Sierra as a Winter Storm Warning went into effect.
Winter Storm batters Sierra with snow, rain, and travel disruptions
In addition to the wet weather, strong winds have created hazardous travel conditions, particularly for those attempting to navigate mountain roads.
Northern California rain and snow updates: Sierra chain controls dropped on I-80, Highway 50
The KCRA 3 weather team issued an Impact Day for the Valley and Foothills because of how rain will affect outdoor activities and travel. In the Sierra, we issued an Alert Day because travel is not recommended due to heavy snow.
Northern California Sierra travelers welcome snow after practically dry January
Snow storms caused drivers to be extra cautious traveling I-80 on Tuesday with the higher elevations in the Sierra getting a fresh dumping of snow.
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