I-80 reopens in both directions over Donner Summit after whiteout conditions
by Jade Tagulao
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Updated as of 4:45 p.m. on Dec. 1:
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I-80 is back open in both directions, CHP Truckee announced Thursday evening.
Big rigs are still being turned around and I-80 is R2 in both directions.
Authorities are asking travelers to slow down and drive with caution as crews are still working on clearing stuck vehicles in the area.
Original story:
I-80 is closed from the Nevada State line to Alta due to whiteout conditions over Donner Summit, the California Highway Patrol Truckee (CHP Truckee) announced Thursday afternoon.
Traffic is turned around in both directions due to high winds and low visibility.
There is no estimated time of reopening. Truckee residents are allowed to go through with their local I.D.
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