2018 releases

February 19 2018

WYDOT crews perform avalanche control on Teton Pass over the weekend

Wyoming Department of Transportation crews completed avalanche control work on Teton Pass (WYO 22) and in Hoback Canyon over the weekend. On Teton Pass, control work resulted in four avalanches making their way onto the highway. Crews also worked on the Cow and Calf of the Woods avalanche paths in Hoback Canyon. The Bridger Teton Avalanche Center issued an avalanche warning Sunday because of new snow...

February 18 2018

Wyoming under winter storm warnings and advisories Sunday

Motorists traveling in Wyoming may encounter wintry conditions in several parts of the state. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories for the northern and western parts of the state as wintry conditions are developing in those areas Sunday morning. A high wind warning remains in effect along I-25 and parts of I-80 in the southern and eastern parts...

February 17 2018

WYDOT to close Teton Pass Sunday morning, Feb. 18 for avalanche control

The Wyoming Department of Transportation will close the Teton Pass (WYO 22) at 3 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 18 for avalanche control. Reduced visibility, winter driving conditions and an increased avalanche hazard may result in an earlier closure. WYDOT will not allow overnight parking at the summit of Teton Pass. Highway travelers and backcountry users should plan accordingly. Motorists can visit WYDOT’s...

February 17 2018

Wintry conditions expected in Wyoming this weekend

Motorists may experience wintry conditions this weekend and into Presidents’ Day as arctic air and snow move through the state. Windy conditions will continue in central and southern Wyoming through Saturday night. Interstate 80 was open, however parts were closed at times Saturday to light, high profile vehicles because of extreme blow over risk. An arctic front will bring snow and ice to I-90 and...

February 15 2018

Aeronautics Commission to meet Feb. 21-22 in Cheyenne

The Wyoming Aeronautics Commission will meet Feb. 21-22 in Cheyenne for The Wyoming Airport Operator Association’s Legislative Reception and its regular business meeting. The legislative reception begins at 5:30 p.m., Feb. 21, at Little America Hotel and Resort, 2800 W. Lincolnway. The commission will meet at 7 a.m., Feb. 22, for breakfast at Little America Hotel and Resort’s Hathaway Restaurant followed...