The Wyoming Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a warning to drivers to change their travel plans due to an impending severe winter storm that is likely to cause travel disruptions for several days. The DOT has specifically alerted drivers who are planning to travel towards Wyoming or are waiting to travel west from Cheyenne or Laramie on I-80, or east from Rock Springs on I-80. The alert is aimed at encouraging drivers to delay their travel plans until the winter storm has passed, to ensure their safety on the roads.
According to the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT), the interstate highways I-90 and I-25, as well as some secondary roads, are expected to remain closed until Thursday due to moderate to heavy snowfall, blowing winds, and extremely low temperatures. WYDOT has issued this warning to encourage drivers to avoid traveling on these roads until they are cleared and deemed safe. The closure is necessary to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of drivers in the region.
Furthermore, the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has announced that I-80 and some secondary roads will likely be closed until Friday due to an expected snowfall of up to two feet, 45 to 65 mph winds, blizzard conditions, and extremely low temperatures. WYDOT is cautioning drivers against traveling on these roads until the weather conditions have improved and the roads have been cleared for safe travel. This measure is crucial to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of drivers who may be affected by the severe winter storm.
You can visit www.wyoroad.info for the most up to date information on road closures.
Video shared by WYDOT on Tuesday shows whiteout conditions on I-90/US 87 Sheridan/Buffalo.
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