# I-80 Westbound Reopens After Sierra Snow

> I-80 westbound over Sierra reopens after heavy snow and strong winds close the road near Truckee.
- Title: I-80 Westbound Reopens After Sierra Snow · Sfchronicle
- Summary: I-80 westbound over Sierra reopens after heavy snow and strong winds close the road near Truckee.
- Keywords: interstate 80, donner summit, truckee, california highway patrol, snow, chain controls, sierra, Sfchronicle
- Source: Sfchronicle — https://sfchronicle.com/california/article/tahoe-i80-traffic-turned-around-weather-22530016.php
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- Topics: interstate 80, donner summit, truckee, california highway patrol, snow, chain controls, sierra, news, local
## I-80 Westbound Closed Near Truckee
Interstate 80 westbound was closed near Truckee Friday night due to heavy snow and strong winds moving into the Sierra.
## Reopening After Snow Closure
Interstate 80 westbound reopened over Donner Summit after being closed at the Nevada state line for a few hours due to snow.
## Chain Controls in Effect
Chain controls are active for reopened stretches of the road, with snow expected to accumulate rapidly on mountain highways.
## Key takeaway

Interstate 80 westbound reopened over Donner Summit after being closed due to snow and strong winds near Truckee.