The Colorado Department of Transportation is urging travelers in western and southwestern Colorado to be prepared. Adverse weather conditions continue with another wave of snow hitting the region. The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory yesterday, lasting through today, Friday, March 26. High country areas impacted include the Grand and Battlement Mesas, Uncompahgre Plateau, Northwest San Juan Mountains; Southwest San Juan Mountains.
CDOT urges motorists be prepared for road conditions that can change or decline quickly. Motorists should travel with caution, as they may also encounter delays due to the adverse weather, difficult driving conditions and potential road closures. Heavy accumulations of snow in the high country will likely mean avalanche control operations will be required to keep high country passes safe for the traveling public.
Travelers are urged to visit www.COtrip.org for possible closures and travel conditions.
Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:
CDOT’s Winter Wise campaign focuses on education, tools and resources to help keep drivers safe on Colorado’s winter roads. To learn more and view helpful tips for winter driving, visit winter.codot.gov.
For specific information about I-70 and other highway travel conditions, motorists can call 511 or check COtrip.org.