Powerful storm brings blizzard and avalanche warnings to Tahoe, prompting road closures and ski resorts to shut down.
On the roads, motorists faced whiteout conditions, and Interstate 80 remained closed on Tuesday.
Screen grab of Caltrans' live traffic camera at Interstate 80 at Soda Springs and Highway 80 at Castle Peak on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Sheriff’s officials noted that the heavy snow was going to be around for a while and warned, "Folks, the closures are put in place for your safety — backroads are not any safer, as evidenced by the multiple spin outs and crashes that have already occurred today. Please heed official warnings for your safety and the safety of others — the snow is not going away any time soon.
"Due to the extreme conditions, we have decided to keep the resort closed today," Sugar Bowl announced, adding, "A team will be onsite today digging out, so we can reopen tomorrow for what promises to be an amazing pow day!"
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