Traffic is currently being held on westbound Interstate 80 at Gold Ranch as drivers head into California due to hazardous weather conditions and multiple vehicle spin-outs.
Authorities say deteriorating road conditions prompted officials to temporarily stop traffic in the area to prevent additional crashes and allow crews to respond to incidents already on the roadway.
The extent of the delays is unclear, and there is no word yet on how long the traffic hold will remain in place. Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible and to check road conditions before traveling through the Sierra corridor…