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Nearly_Pointless t1_ixseub3 wrote

It’s not typically the snow itself that closes the pass but rather people who aren’t prepared for winter driving attempting to cross and spinning out. Once there are a few dozen spin outs, they have to close the pass so tow trucks can get up there and clear them out.

In other words, it’s almost inevitable that it will get closed so if you’re really needing to get across, get across before too much snow falls.

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hotdog-waters t1_ixtgj3y wrote

Exactly, un prepared drivers and truckers trying to blast through before chains are required always pile up at some point once the road gets icy. Could be avoided if WSP actually enforced AWD/winter tires/chains

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