EBS STAFF
Most roads in Yellowstone National Park were closed to the public on Sunday at 5 p.m. due to hazardous driving conditions and a number of weather-related traffic incidents. Areas affected include all roads south of Mammoth Hot Springs at the park’s North Entrance.
On Oct. 26, park staff responded to over 30 motor vehicle accidents, stranded vehicles and slide-offs across various areas of the park. In response, they made the decision to close roadways to allow road crews time to safely clear snow and address icy conditions.
After an initial storm system passed through Sunday morning, additional snow and high winds are expected to continue through Monday evening impacting visibility and road safety. According to an Oct. 27 press release from the park service, conditions will be assessed today to determine when they can safely reopen. The road between Gardiner and Cooke City remains open at this time.
Visitors are asked to check the park’s road conditions page for the most up-to-date information before traveling. A notice on YNP website also reminds visitors that the federal government has been shut down since Oct. 1, and some services are limited or unavailable.
