Erroneous Snow Chain Alert Confuses Thousand Oaks Drivers
• An erroneous Caltrans travel alert caused confusion in Thousand Oaks, incorrectly stating snow chains were required on the 101 Freeway.
• The National Weather Service warns of dangerous driving conditions in Southern California's mountainous areas, especially Tejon Pass on the 5 Freeway, due to heavy snow.
• The incident highlights the need for accurate and timely weather information to ensure public safety during severe weather events.
Southern California hit by storms, travel confusion
Southern California experienced a series of storms this week, bringing strong winds, rain, lightning, and heavy snow to the region. An erroneous travel alert from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) caused confusion among drivers in Thousand Oaks. The alert incorrectly stated that snow chains were required on the 101 Freeway, despite no snow being present in the area. Caltrans later clarified that the advisory was mistakenly added to their QuickMap system and has since been removed. This incident caused concern and confusion among drivers preparing for their commutes, with many questioning the advisory on social media due to the absence of snow in Thousand Oaks.
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