90mph winds on Colorado I-70 make for dangerous travel conditions, wind restrictions
Two semi trucks were overturned in Colorado today as high winds plagued the Eastern Plains region of the state.
According to 9 News, 60 mph winds were recorded on Wednesday morning, leading to white-out conditions, multiple road closures, and the toppling of several semi trucks.
I70 at MP 404. Pushed over semi and low visibility. If you are traveling today take extra care. We want you to arrive for the holidays safe. 2020 is almost over! #BUCKLEUP pic.twitter.com/4XGvVA3xI4
— CSP Limon (@CSP_Limon) December 23, 2020
Colorado State Patrol reported one semi truck blew over in the wind, and another overturned after a motorist rear ended the rig due to poor driving conditions.
No serious injuries were recorded.
Falling asleep, strong winds and low visibility makes for dangerous conditions. 2 crashes on I70 at MP 400 & 423-one is a semi blown over and the second a pickup rear ended a semi….😳🌬. Be careful today!! pic.twitter.com/5CuaHvLn3t
— CSP Limon (@CSP_Limon) December 23, 2020
After winds as strong as 90 mph plagued the state Tuesday night, the Colorado Department of Transportation has issued high wind restrictions along I-70 between Denver International Airport and the Kansas border. No light, empty, or high profile vehicles are permitted to travel during this time.
I-70 EB/WB: High wind restriction between Exit 292 – US 36; Airpark Road and the Kansas Border. No light, empty, or high profile vehicles. https://t.co/qUaUYbTUux
— CDOT (@ColoradoDOT) December 23, 2020
It is not clear when the restrictions will be lifted.