Like other resorts, they said guests can expect very high winds and some operations closures/delays as the storm develops. The resort tweeted that their 24-hour snow total was 8 inches but that more was in the forecast for the evening. Upon responding, it was discovered the heavy snow load completely flattened the building, a warehouse, and left just one wall standing, officials stated. Kirkwood Resort records 8 inches of snow overnight more coming South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded Wednesday morning to a report of a structure collapse on Melba Avenue that department officials confirmed was standing the day before. They said mountain travel is "highly discouraged" with all people in the area to be prepared for chain controls, major travel delays, and possible road closures.ħ:15 a.m. The NWS tweeted saying the warning a winter storm warning will be in effect from Thursday through Sunday with anywhere from 2 to 8 feet of snow possible in the area. National Weather Service issues winter storm warning for Sierra In a tweet, they said they currently have "50+MPH winds on the ridgelines with 75+MPH gusts." They also said winds are expected to increase through the day.Ĩ a.m. MORE: 4 CA ski resorts reach 600 inches of snow this season with more on the way Palisades Tahoe warns guests of delays and wind holds due to incoming stormĪlthough most of the Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows resorts opened this morning, the operations staffed warned guests of possible delays and closues due to the incoming high winds. At this time we do not know if we will be able to open on Sat Mar 11, and when we are able to operate again, expect delays to mtn ops."Ĩ:30 a.m. The resort announced: "Our team will be working everywhere we safely can just to maintain the mountain for future operations. Kirkwood Resort announced that it's closing Friday ahead of the incoming storm, and its opening on Saturday is to be determined. Kirkwood Resort closed for Friday, Saturday TBD For the latest on road conditions, visit Caltrans real-time map here.ġ0:01 a.m. There are no chain requirements in effect for either I-80 or Highway 50 heading to Tahoe as of Thursday morning. No chains required yet on I-80 and Highway 50 to Tahoe See the resort's full statement here.ġ1:14 a.m. Heavenly ski resort announced it will be closed Friday due to the incoming atmospheric river storm system.
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