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REDDING, Calif. — District 2 of the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is advising individuals to cancel their journey plans as we brace for a winter storm on Sunday, Feb. 15, into Wednesday.

Chris Woodward, public data officer for Caltrans, stated that is probably the most impactful storm of the season for vacationers, warning them to remain off the roads.

He stated drivers ought to plan to see snow outdoors the valley heading in the direction of the coast close to Buckhorn, Oregon Mountain, Berry Summit and Lord Ellis. Although the most important affect will most probably be on Interstate 5, with screenings and probably a closure to return.

FILE PHOTO — A view of street circumstances on southbound Interstate 5, simply south of Weed, Calif., on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (Courtesy: Caltrans District 2 / Roger Lucas)

Woodward stated the Caltrans crews have been getting out forward of the storm to try to mitigate the upcoming inclement climate. “Our maintenance crews do some proactive work where they’ll do some preps in certain areas so certain areas of the road that might get a little more icy than others they may treat the road prior to storms,” stated Woodward. “Typically, when the snow is first starting to fall, we typically put down cinders which are volcanic rock ground up that’s good for traction and then we also do brine applications as well.”

While their crews are attempting their greatest to be ready, drivers additionally must prep for the storm. Woodward emphasised the significance of getting chains and understanding how you can put them on as circumstances can shortly change, in addition to checking the street circumstances earlier than heading out on Quick Maps.

Ultimately, he urges individuals to remain house and keep away from touring altogether.

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