7 a.m. Monday: Avalanche danger closes Snoqualmie Pass


January 6, 2009 · Updated 8:00 AM 

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WSDOT Alert Update

DATE/TIME: January 5 , 2009, 7 a.m.

DESCRIPTION: Interstate 90 Snoqualmie Pass remains closed due to avalanche danger. The westbound closure point has now been moved to milepost 106 near Ellensburg. The eastbound closure point remains at milepost 34 near North Bend. WSDOT avalanche and maintenance crews will be assessing conditions this morning.

LOCATION: I-90 from milepost 34 near North Bend to milepost 106 near Ellensburg.

START: January 4, 2009, 11:05 p.m.

Est. END: Unknown

OTHER: Due to the weather related nature of this closure an estimated end time is not known. Updates will be provided as details become available

CONTACT: WSDOT Central WA TMC 509-577-1910

DISCLAIMER: The Washington State Department of Transportation provides this information as a public service. It is based on currently available information. Motorists are reminded that weather and road conditions can change rapidly and should plan accordingly. For current traveler information, please visit www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic or call 5-1-1

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