Caltrans alerted drivers that stormy weather conditions, including snow and slush in some cases, have forced closures along some Central California and Sierra roads Thursday.
The agency posted on social media about a midday multivehicle collision in westbound lanes of Interstate 80 just east of the Yuba Pass.
Snowy conditions mean drivers are advised to seek alternate routes and avoid the following roadways:
Highway 4 in Alpine County from half a mile east of the junction of State Route 207 to the junction of State Route 89
Highway 108 from 26.4 miles east of Strawberry in Tuolumne County to three miles west of the Highway 395 junction in Mono County at Sonora Pass
Highway 120 from Crane Flat to five miles west of Highway 395 at the Tioga pass in Tuolumne and Mono counties
In addition, the National Weather Service warned Tahoe residents and travelers of isolated thunderstorms and showers that would likely bring snow and slush to the region’s roadways Thursday afternoon.
“While widespread heavy snowfall is not expected, be prepared if you must travel into the Sierra this evening,” the special weather statement read in part.
“Take chains just in case and allow for extra time to reach your destination. The closer we get to sundown, the longer it will take for the snow and slush to clear.”
