The morning commute for many Coloradans turned treacherous today as icy conditions led to multiple accidents and road closures in the mountain regions. Westbound Interstate 70 was initially closed at the Loveland Pass exit due to a vehicle rollover and continued traffic complications, including an ambulance sliding into a fire truck, as reported by Denver7, which described the Loveland Pass as "very slick." The eastbound lanes remained open, but the westbound lanes did not reopen until later in the morning.
Traffic further worsened when a semi-trailer blocked U.S. 6, impeding the alternate route around the Eisenhower Tunnel. The Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office confirmed the incident, with lanes reopening by 7:10 a.m. but causing a significant, three-mile-long traffic backup. According to the Denver Post, there were several crashes west of Georgetown due to the slick conditions, compounding the traffic congestion in the area.
Separately, the Interstate 25 off-ramp at Colfax was closed following a rollover crash and resulting oil spill. Commuters were asked to seek alternative routes while crews worked to clear the scene. This incident was part of a larger trend of traffic disruptions thought to be caused by the icy weather. Officials have yet to confirm when the ramp will be reopened, and as detailed by 9News, the situation remains developing, with updates to come as more information is made available.
