Webdrivers attempting to get to tahoe despite highway and interstate closures created a nightmare for tow companies and highway patrol. Webwhat’s happening on interstate 80 right now! Our maps show updates on road construction, traffic accidents, travel delays. Weban electric big rig caught fire early monday morning after crashing into the trees on eastbound interstate 80 near the offramp for laing road, california highway patrol logs. — the ongoing snow storm on interstate 80 is wreaking havoc on the truck drivers who are working their hardest to deliver their goods. Webofficers say the driver of the big rig escaped with just minor injuries. Webcaltrans and the california highway patrol are keeping a close eye on interstate 80 as travelers and truckers made their way through the mountains. Our maps show updates on road construction, traffic accidents, travel delays and the latest traffic speeds. Drivers are still being warned to expect heavy traffic for the time being. Webinterstate 80 in the sierra remains closed sunday morning after extreme winter weather conditions prompted the closure at about 5 p. m. Chp in truckee said there.