The California Highway Patrol cautioned drivers Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, that a six-mile stretch of Highway 168 near Shaver Lake is experiencing heavy snow and gusty winds, creating near-whiteout conditions and requiring chains and slow, careful driving. (CHP)
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The California Highway Patrol is warning drivers of hazardous conditions on a stretch of Highway 168 near Shaver Lake.
CHP officials said that the six-mile segment between the top of the four-lane and Shaver Lake is experiencing heavy snow and gusty winds, which can reduce visibility to near-whiteout levels. Drivers are advised to expect sudden changes, obey chain controls, slow down, and increase following distance.
Authorities cautioned that the road could become dangerous quickly and suggested postponing travel for those uncomfortable with winter driving conditions.
“Safety first, the mountain and snow will still be there tomorrow,” the CHP said in a travel alert issued Thursday morning.
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