Avalanche On The Hill
Author: Dave W
Date: 03-24-2011 - 19:16
Just heard the DS advise the east bound trains headed towards Donner to stop at the nearest crossing, as there was an avalanche on the hill. Also heard one of the MOW men state that
they would need the "rotary". There are several trains that are east-bound on the hill. Also heard the DS talking to Amtrak #5, but do not know if it is east or west of the avalanche.
Still have not heard the exact location of the incident. Heavy snow all day in the Sierra.
I-80 is closed over Donner.