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Poor highway conditions in eastern Oregon lead to road closures

i84 karcher 02/12/25
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Highways in Eastern Oregon are beginning to close, and I-84 is becoming snow-covered in the Treasure Valley.

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Snow covers I-84 near Franklin Boulevard. Courtesy: Idaho Transportation Department

The Idaho Transportation Department is reporting poor surface friction near Karcher, and Meridian, roads, as well as by the Flying Wye and Vista Ave.

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Snow on I-84 near Linder Ave on 02/13/25

Highway 78 has closed between Jordan Valley and Burns.

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A look at the roads at Burns Junction around 10am on 02/13/25. Photo: Oregon Department of Transportation

US-20 is also snow-covered just east of Juntura, Oregon. The Oregon Department of Transportation recommends drivers carry chains, or have traction tires.

US-20 at Drinkwater Pass 02/13/25
US-20 at Drinkwater Pass 02/13/25. Photo: Oregon Department of Transportation

In Western Idaho, roads are still open, but local crews, including the Ada County Highway District, are working to keep roads clear. The Idaho Transportation Department also advises people to steer clear of the roads if they don't have to travel, especially once the snow sets in Thursday.

RELATED: A major winter storm will bring widespread snow showers today

Be sure to stay up to date on road conditions. For Oregon commutes visit www.tripcheck.comand for Idaho commutes, check 511.idaho.gov.

We will continue to update this story as conditions change.