Heavy Snowstorm in Denver Causes School Closures and Travel Disruptions
A significant snowstorm has hit the Denver metro area, transitioning from rain to heavy snow on Tuesday evening. The temperature in Denver was recorded at 34 degrees Fahrenheit, causing the snow to initially not stick to roads. However, as temperatures drop overnight, road conditions are expected to worsen. The storm has already led to slick roads, particularly affecting areas near the foothills. A jack-knifed semi-truck on Interstate 70 near the Evergreen Parkway caused significant delays for commuters. In response to the adverse weather conditions, Denver Public Schools and Aurora Public Schools announced closures for Wednesday, with other districts in Colorado's Front Range following suit. The storm is expected to bring 3 to 6 inches of snow to Denver, with heavier accumulations in the northern and central mountains. Estes Park has already recorded 20 inches of snow, and Rabbit Ears Pass over a foot. The Colorado Department of Transportation has deployed about 100 snowplows in the Denver region to manag...