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CBS News
17-07-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
After a day of heavy rains, most of the Pittsburgh regions will get a break from showers
Yesterday's First Alert Day that we issued due to a risk of flash flooding certainly verified. We saw several communities see more than three inches of rain, including radar estimates of 4.5" of rain in the Tarentum area. After all that rain yesterday, we could certainly use a break, and most are going to get that today. WEATHER LINKS: Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather Photos While close, I can't say everyone will be rain-free, though. By far, the highest chance for rain today will come for places south of I-70. If you are heading south to West Virginia, the entire state is under a flood watch through midnight. For Morgantown and places south of I-70, today's highest chance for rain arrives after 6 this afternoon and continues through around 3 this morning. While the sun is still up, expect to see a couple of isolated storms in this area, turning to more rain as we head through the overnight hours. The reason for the rain in this area will be a weak boundary that will be lagging in place. Where the boundary goes, the rain chance will tick up. Highs today will hit the mid-80s with partly to mostly cloudy skies. Winds will be out of the southwest at around 10mph. It's still fairly humid outside today, so you'll be battling that today. Part of our rain chance for today comes from a trough of dry air pushing in from the north. Most data shows a powerful blockage of stable air keeping us mostly dry, even as this boundary dips and moves through. This boundary will likely enhance storms and rain chances south of I-70 through the overnight hours. Friday is looking like the pick of the week. With highs in the low 80s and humidity levels lower. I can't guarantee you'll be dry, but rain and storms will be isolated. Downpours will be possible. Rain on Saturday and Sunday will come during the afternoon, with mornings dry. Highs both days will be in the low 80s with morning lows dipping into the mid to upper 60s. It should feel nice. Stay up to date with the KDKA Mobile App – which you can download here!
CBS News
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Colorado State Patrol investigating after motorcyclist killed in multi-vehicle crash
The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a crash on I-70 that possibly involved three vehicles and claimed the life of a motorcyclist. According to authorities, a crash involving a motorcyclist and a bus happened around 6:46 p.m. Tuesday on westbound I-70 at milepost 264. They believe a third vehicle may have been involved, but did not stay at the scene. First responders attempted lifesaving measures on the 19-year-old motorcyclist, but were unable to were unable to save him. CSP said the bus driver and their passengers were uninjured. I-70 westbound was closed for around 2 hours while investigators worked the scene. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the crash.
CBS News
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Colorado State Patrol investigating fatal rollover crash on I-70
The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a crash on Thursday that claimed the life of one person. Authorities said a black Lexus SUV was traveling east in the westbound lanes of I-70 around 4:44 p.m. when it crashed near milepost 198 west of Frisco. The SUV reportedly rolled and ejected the driver. The driver was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Although the official cause of the crash remains to be determined, officials said heavy rain was reported at the time of the crash. I-70 was shut down in both directions for about 20 minutes due to the crash, but one eastbound lane has since reopened. CSP said the westbound lanes will remain shut down for approximately three hours. They encouraged drivers to avoid the area while the scene is under investigation.
CBS News
04-07-2025
- CBS News
Colorado investigators detail events leading up to deadly fiery crash on I-70
Colorado State Patrol investigators released more details Friday about what happened leading up to Thursday's deadly fiery crash on I-70 in the high country. The crash between a RAM camper utility van hauling a trailer and a semi truck hauling an empty trailer happened about 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the westbound lanes of I-70 before the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnels. A vehicle fire closed westbound lanes of I-70 at mile marker 218. CDOT According to CSP, the RAM was traveling westbound on I-70 in the right lane when it weaved onto the shoulder and struck the rear of the semi's trailer where the semi was parked. The semi was pushed forward slightly. The RAM caught fire and was engulfed in flames, with the driver and the dog trapped inside. Both the dog and the driver died. That person's identity has not been released. The driver of the semi did not report any injuries. Cars are seen backed up on Interstate 70 in the foothills late Thursday afternoon. CBS The cause of the crash is still being investigated by the CSP Vehicular Crimes Unit. Both the westbound and eastbound lanes were closed after the crash. Eastbound lanes reopened about an hour after the crash. Westbound lanes remained closed for several hours, causing miles-long backups as people hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Yahoo
Colorado mountain travel along I-70 to see heavy congestion over July 4th holiday weekend
Those driving to Colorado's mountains to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend will likely encounter heavy traffic along Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 285. The holiday kicks off higher traffic volume in the high country, with summer tourism hitting its peak over the next six to seven weeks, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The department is urging motorists to plan ahead if traveling to or from the mountains July 3-6. The Fourth of July is on Friday. Last year over the Fourth of July holiday period, more than 235,000 vehicles traveled through the Eisenhower/Johnson Memorial tunnels along I-70. With the holiday falling on Friday, westbound I-70 will see the heaviest volume the afternoon of July 3 through the morning of July 4. Heaviest I-70 eastbound returning traffic from the mountains will take place the afternoon of July 6, which is Sunday. Here are ways you can beat the congestion: This allows you to see the travel forecast to plan your departure time. For real-time traffic information, road conditions and live cameras. To ease congestion, the Colorado Department of Transportation is suspending all construction and maintenance work across the state starting at noon July 3 through the morning of July 7. That means less of a bottleneck at major projects like the I-70 Floyd Hill Project, which suspended construction starting June 30. Congestion still may occur in construction areas due to reduced speed limits. Leave the driving to someone else by taking public transportation options, including Bustang, Pegasus and Bustang Outrider. The buses provide service to many mountain areas, including Estes Park. For more information, visit This article originally appeared on Fort Collins Coloradoan: How to beat July 4th traffic on I-70 to Colorado's mountains
