A fierce winter storm swept across Colorado on November 8, prompting significant road closures across the state.
The situation: The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) announced that severe weather conditions had forced the closure of major interstates and highways.
- I-70 is shut between Airpark and Burlington going east, and Burlington to Limon heading west.
- I-25 Southbound is closed from Pueblo to the Colorado/New Mexico state line.
- Other affected routes include US 24, US 40, US 160, US 287, and several state highways.
Advice for drivers: The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) advises staying off the roads until conditions improve. "Drivers should be prepared for long-term closures," stated John Lorme, CDOT's Director of Maintenance and Operations.
Travelers can check the latest road status and updates by visiting COtrip.org, according to COtrip.org.
Looking ahead: The storm is expected to linger into Saturday, so drivers should be cautious and possibly postpone travel plans.