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A heavy snowstorm and whiteout conditions near Clear Creek County led to a massive 75-plus-vehicle pileup on eastbound I-70 near the Eisenhower Tunnel, prompting a major closure and ongoing cleanup; there were no fatalities, but 19 people were hospitalized as responders worked through slick roads and strong winds in central Colorado.
A massive crash on eastbound I-70 near milepost 216 by the Eisenhower Tunnel in Clear Creek County involved at least 75 vehicles. Nineteen people with varying injuries were taken to hospitals; no fatalities were reported. The westbound left lane is closed for medical staging, the westbound right lane is moving slowly, and all eastbound lanes are expected to be closed for about 4–6 hours.
Interstate 70 is closed in both directions at the Eisenhower Tunnel after a crash involving 75 or more vehicles on the Highway 6 East on-ramp to I-70 East near mile marker 216; injuries have occurred and drivers are advised to use alternate routes, with COTrip providing updates.
A winter storm tracking northward is bringing higher snowfall to the Kansas City area, with 8–9 inches expected along I-70, and 11–12 inches farther south; north of KC, 6–8 inches between I-70 and US-36 and under 4 inches farther north. Snow should begin late Friday night, arrive metro-wide between midnight and 3 a.m. Saturday, with heaviest snowfall Saturday morning; winds 20–25 mph, gusts to 30 mph, and blowing snow could reduce visibility. The system may linger into Sunday morning, while dangerously cold wind chills below zero are forecast for more than 48 hours. Start time uncertainties of 2–3 hours could shift totals.
Developers withdrew the rezoning request to build a gas station/truck stop at the Bakerville I-70 exit, canceling a January hearing after strong local opposition and conservation concerns. County has not indicated whether they will reapply, and supporters celebrate a victory for open space and nearby recreation areas while leaving room for future discussions on land protection.
Authorities say 27-year-old Kenny Espinoza, suspected in a Westminster homicide, fled after an officer-involved shooting on Interstate 70 near Dotsero, triggering a multi-agency manhunt that closed I-70 through Glenwood Canyon. Espinoza was arrested in the Dotsero area around 2 p.m. Tuesday; one person in the suspect’s vehicle was injured but treated on scene and released, and the shelter-in-place order was lifted as the highway reopened by about 2:30 p.m. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is reviewing the shooting.
Meteorologists have issued a Weather Impact Alert for Saturday as Missouri's first snow of the season is expected to affect the I-70 corridor, potentially impacting post-Thanksgiving travel. While most areas will see only a light dusting, a narrow band of heavier snow up to three inches may form over I-70, posing travel hazards. AAA Missouri and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have shared winter driving tips and emergency kit recommendations to help drivers navigate the conditions safely.
Interstate 70 in Denver has reopened after a winter storm dumped up to 10 inches of snow, causing partial closures. While the interstate is now open, icy conditions persist east of Denver, affecting roads to the Kansas border. A Winter Weather Storm Warning remains for eastern Colorado and New Mexico, with heavy snowfall expected to continue through Saturday. The Denver area will see lighter snow on Thursday, with heavier snowfall anticipated from Friday into Saturday.
A winter storm is causing heavy snow and travel issues across Colorado, with I-70 reopening but still facing restrictions for commercial vehicles. The storm is expected to bring a "second wave" of snow, prompting the Colorado Department of Transportation to advise caution and urging motorists to stay off the roads. Snow totals vary widely across the metro area, with significant accumulation in the mountains and foothills. Plows are working to keep up with the heavy snow, and drivers are urged to check road conditions before traveling.
A 90-mile stretch of Interstate 70 in Colorado, between Eagle and Morrison, is closed to commercial vehicles until noon Friday due to heavy snow and treacherous driving conditions. The closure comes as hundreds of vehicles, including a ski bus with 50 stranded women, remain stuck on the highway. The Colorado Department of Transportation is working to clear the road, but the presence of numerous stuck semitrucks, many without chains despite the chain law, is hindering their efforts. Travelers are advised to check cotrip.org for the latest updates on road closures in the area.
Portions of I-70 in the Colorado mountains are closed due to a winter storm expected to bring significant snowfall, with some areas forecasted to receive up to 4 feet of snow. Winter storm watches are in place for parts of Northern Colorado and areas east of Denver, with school closures across the state. Drivers are urged to check travel conditions before heading out, and officials are planning for safety closures on several major roads.
Icy conditions on Interstate 70 in Missouri left drivers stranded for hours, with some stuck in traffic for over 12 hours due to semitrucks spinning out and becoming stuck. Drivers like Penny Parisoff and Terri Noblin were forced to wait in their cars, with some seeking shelter at a gas station with a Denny's. Lack of information from law enforcement and MoDOT left drivers feeling frustrated, with Parisoff emphasizing the need for better communication during such situations.
The Colorado Department of Transportation announced the closure of a significant portion of Interstate 70, Vail Pass, in both directions for winter maintenance work, causing a "lengthy delay." Drivers were advised to take the southern alternate route, although it was cautioned to be icy and snowpacked. Additionally, Highway 40 over Berthoud Pass remained closed due to safety concerns following recent avalanches, with heavy snowfall leading to further closures as the substantial snow-clearing effort continues.
Interstate 70 west of Denver was closed due to trucks struggling to gain traction on the snow-covered lanes, causing traffic congestion. Snowplows and tow trucks had difficulty reaching the stuck vehicles, leading to the closure of eastbound lanes. The closure extended from the bottom of Floyd Hill to its summit, with the westbound lanes also being closed later. The closure was prompted by safety concerns as the snow and low temperatures moved into the area.
Five people were injured in a 21-vehicle pileup on westbound Interstate 70 near De Beque, Colorado, causing the highway to be closed for nearly seven hours. The crash involved 17 passenger vehicles and four semi-trucks, but none of the injuries were life-threatening. The closure was also due to other accidents on the highway, including one in Glenwood Springs and another in Golden where a tractor-trailer hit a bridge.