Sierra Weather: Despite Warnings, Drivers Still Heading To Mountains

BLUE CANYON (CBS13) — Interstate 80 was shut down for two days in a row and drivers were crossing their fingers Sunday not to have a repeat on their way home from the holiday weekend.  Many drivers were stuck in traffic for hours as CalTrans held cars at certain exits due to spin-outs.
“Really, really like a heavy, heavy traffic jam,” said Jaze Guan, describing his drive from Tahoe to Gold Run.
California Highway Patrol (CHP) warned travelers to stay away from the Sierra,