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Winter Warriors Needed: Chain Controls Activated Across Sierra and Northern Nevada
By TheNevadaGlobeStaff, February 20, 2024 4:57 am
Reno, NV – Attention drivers! As winter storms blanket the Sierra and northern Nevada, chain controls have been implemented on numerous roads to ensure safe travel conditions.
Know Before You Go:
- Chains Required:
- I-80: California 89 to Drum Forebay Road
- California 89: I-80 to Olympic Valley Road, Tahoma to Lake Forest Road
- U.S. 50: California 89 to Pyramid Creek Road
- Mt. Rose Highway: Old Mt. Rose Highway (SR 28)
- California 267: Northstar Drive to California 28
- State Route 207: U.S. 50 to State Route 206
- California 88: California 89 to Ellis Road
- Chains or Snow Tires:
- Geiger Grade Road: Mile Marker ST-4 to ST-9
- California 89: Prosser Dam Road to Sierraville, Tahoe City to Olympic Valley Road, Eagle Falls to One Ring Road
- State Route 28: U.S. 50 to Lake Forest Road
- U.S. 50: Mile Marker CC-6 to California border
- California 89: Sierra Drive to Tahoma
- Road Closed: California 89: Valhalla Road to Eagle Falls
Stay Safe on the Road:
- Ensure your vehicle is equipped with chains or snow tires as required.
- Check weather forecasts and road conditions regularly before and during your trip.
- Drive slowly and adjust your speed according to the weather and road conditions.
- Allow extra travel time to reach your destination safely.
Additional Resources:
- Nevada Department of Transportation: https://www.dot.nv.gov/
- California Department of Transportation: https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/mindex.html
Remember, your safety is the top priority. Be prepared and drive cautiously when navigating winter roads.
Credits: 2News
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