November 26th 2024.
According to the National Weather Service, a snowstorm has been swirling in Colorado since Tuesday, leaving mountain roads covered in snow and ice. This has led to hazardous travel conditions due to the slick roads. The situation is expected to worsen as the day goes on, with up to 3 more feet of snow forecasted for the mountains as the storm moves towards Denver overnight.
NWS forecasters have warned that the roads, especially the mountain passes, are quickly deteriorating and will continue to do so as the snowfall intensifies. As of 6:30 a.m., multiple Waze users have reported encountering icy roads and traffic jams while traveling on eastbound Interstate 70 in the mountains. The Colorado Department of Transportation has also confirmed these reports.
In related news, the storm has caused significant disruptions across the state. It has already led to the closure of some major highways, including I-70 near Vail and Silverthorne due to hazardous weather conditions. This comes as no surprise, considering the snow totals for November 25th and 26th have already reached record-breaking levels in many parts of Colorado.
As we approach the holiday season, the impact of this week's snowstorm on Thanksgiving travel plans cannot be ignored. The adverse weather conditions have caused major concerns for those planning to hit the roads during this time. One particular report has come in from a driver who had to navigate through the treacherous route between Exit 180 for East Vail and Exit 198 for Officers Gulch near Copper Mountain.
This is a developing story and we will continue to provide updates as they become available. In the meantime, stay informed by signing up for our daily Your Morning Dozen email newsletter, where you can receive the latest news from Colorado and beyond. Stay safe and warm out there!
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