Thunderstorms Hit Sierra, I-80 Delayed Due To Several Crashes
CISCO GROVE (CBS13) - A wet day for the Sierra is causing some problems on roadways.
Caltrans says a big rig accident has forced westbound Interstate 80 to be closed at Cisco Grove. The road is wet in the area, but authorities have not given a specific reason for the crash.
⛔️W/b I-80 closed at Cisco for a big rig accident. Roads are wet. Please drive safely. pic.twitter.com/zXHbgr08X3
— Placer Sheriff (@PlacerSheriff) September 12, 2017
Hail storms have been reported around the same time as the crash.
Large hail stones that have fallen near Cisco Grove along I-80 this afternoon. (????: CHP-Gold Run) pic.twitter.com/FAFbvpwjNU
— CBS Sacramento CBS13 (@CBSSacramento) September 12, 2017
Several other crashes along I-80 are delaying traffic, according to Caltrans. The roads are wet and slick, Caltrans says, so drivers should be extra careful when coming through the area.
Scattered storms in the Sierra are capable of gusty winds and small hail. If you hear thunder, take shelter. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/yOH1G5P05Y
— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) September 12, 2017
More thunderstorms are expected in the Sierra Tuesday afternoon and evening.