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Blewett Pass reopened after closing due to heavy snowfall, disabled semis, collisions

KITTITAS COUNTY, Wash. — Blewett Pass along US 97 was closed in both directions Monday morning due to heavy snowfall, disabled semis, and collisions.

Washington State Department of Transportation East (WSDOT East) shared the update at 6:30 a.m., adding that there was no estimated time for reopening yet.

The Washington State Patrol also reported the closure, citing multiple disabled semis blocking the roadway due to snow conditions.

By around 10:15 a.m., WSP and WSDOT confirmed that the spinouts were cleared, the road had been plowed, and US 97 Blewett Pass had reopened.

Traction tires were advised for all those planning on taking the road next.

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