Officials say that a blizzard temporarily trapped more than 200 cars along I-80.

Up to 12 feet of snow could accumulate in the Sierra Nevada region.
Much of the West is currently experiencing a “significant winter. Winter alerts are in effect in nine states in the West due to this storm, which is bringing heavy snow and gusty winds. A blizzard warning is also in effect for the Ruby Mountains in eastern Nevada.r storm, according to the NWS, including dangerous, blizzard conditions for the Sierra Nevada.