"CHP is closing SR-299 from the Blue Lake Scales to Mile Post Marker 33 due to snow, falling trees and power lines, and disabled vehicles."

CHP Humboldt Public Information,  Recruitment and Court Liaison Officer Jason Esselman just released this statement, "The weather is continuing to beat SR-299. CHP is closing SR-299 from the Blue Lake Scales to Mile Post Marker 33 due to snow, falling trees and power lines, and disabled vehicles. We urge the motoring public to avoid the area and we will provide updates as the situation changes. Thanks for your cooperation and assistance."

9:53 update: "Cal Trans and PG&E have worked diligently to reopen the road for both directions. We encourage drivers to be cautious in the area."