SAN FRANCISCO (KNX) — In response to recent record snowfall, Nevada's Governor Steve Sisolak has declared a State of Emergency in the Tahoe region.
Tuesday night the governor specifically cited roadways to be included in the State of Emergency: "Highway 50, Highway 207 (Kingsbury Grade) and Highway 28 are experiencing delays, dangerous road conditions and an oncoming storm," Sisolak said in a tweet.
The snow has increased traffic and safety risks, and now after the governor's declaration, the Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada State Police can turn drivers away to prevent hazards.
"The Emergency will allow officials to order cars to head back into the valley until conditions subside and the roadways are safe," the governor said.
"This will help prevent motorists from becoming stranded, potentially running out of gas in subfreezing temperatures without emergency services."
After being closed for several days, Interstate 80 eastbound and westbound reopened on Tuesday night but only for passenger cars and essential truck traffic, according to a tweet posted by the California Highway Patrol Truckee department. For the latest highway conditions, click here.
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