Is the Cajon Pass currently open?

Is the Cajon Pass currently open? All lanes of I-15 at Cajon Pass are now open. The National Weather Service and CHP are encouraging motorists to avoid travel between Las Vegas and Southern California on

Is the Cajon Pass currently open?

All lanes of I-15 at Cajon Pass are now open. The National Weather Service and CHP are encouraging motorists to avoid travel between Las Vegas and Southern California on Thursday.

Does Cajon Pass have snow?

Cajon Pass gets snow occasionally, sometimes enough to close the pass temporarily. The weather over the pass can vary, from foggy days with poor visibility to clear afternoons. Cajon Pass is notorious for high winds.

Do I need chains for Cajon Pass?

Rain and fog in the cajon pass Wednesday; chains required in Wrightwood. WEDNESDAY, Calif. According to CHP Victorville, R2: Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles except four wheel/all wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels.

What city is the Cajon Pass in?

Cajon Summit is located on Interstate 15 approximately 11 miles south of Victorville, CA….

Pass Name: Cajon Pass
Summit Conditions: Large brake check area for southbound trucks

Was there a fire in the Cajon Pass today?

A brush fire erupted Sunday afternoon in the Cajon Pass, prompting the closure of the 15 Freeway in both directions, officials said. Firefighters from the San Bernardino County Fire Department, Cal Fire and the U.S. Forest Service responded to the scene near Cleghorn Road shortly before 1 p.m.

Is there a fire in Devore?

Devore Fire [update] is now 350 acres and 10% contained. Thanks to all who put their lives on the line for the greater good.

How high is the Cajon Pass?

1,151 m
Cajon Pass/Elevation

Is there a fire in Cajon Pass?

A brush fire erupted Sunday afternoon in the Cajon Pass, prompting the closure of the 15 Freeway in both directions, officials said. The forward progress of the so-called Railroad Fire was stopped after it burned about 25 acres, officials said. No injuries or structural damage were immediately reported.

How do you avoid the Cajon Pass?

One can avoid most of the mountain driving by heading east toward Palm Springs on Interstate 10, then turning north on Highway 62/29 Palms Highway. Stay on Highway 62 until you’re through Yucca Valley and turn north on Highway 247.

Why is it called Cajon Pass?

The name, Cajon Pass The word Cajon is Spanish for “Box” or “drawer” (cajón). The pass had been used during thousands of years by the Native American people who lived in the area. In 1772 Pedro Farges, a Spanish officer marched from San Diego to Monterey and became the first European to cross Cajon Pass.