Snow in Denver Causes Dozens of Flight Cancellations, Schools Closed, and Roads Slick

According to National Weather Service storm reports, at least a foot of snow was reported in Red Mountain Pass, Trout Lake, Columbine Pass and areas near La Plata.

More than 50 flight cancelations were reported Wednesday at Denver International Airport, according to FlightAware. Several school districts in eastern Colorado have canceled classes Wednesday as blowing snow conditions have become dangerous for drivers.

DIA crews are equipped with over 300 units designed for roads and parking lots, as well as airside snow removal equipment, according to KUSA. Airline passengers should arrive at least two hours before departure time.

Kyle Lester, director of maintenance operations with the Colorado Department of Transportation, told local media, "We’re ready to keep the roads open and safe, with our crews working around the clock until the storm has passed."

The airport officially received 2.3 inches of snow from this system, officials at the hub said.

Source: http://www.wunderground.com/news/winter-storm-snow-impacts-west-plains