Catalina Highway open, but snow and ice still a concern

CREATED Mar. 9, 2013

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Web Producer: Taylor Higgins
 
TUCSON (KGUN9-TV) - Deputies have reopened the road to Mt. Lemmon, but they say those who wish to go up the mountain today should use caution and watch for snow and ice. 
 
Deputy Renee Carlson with the Pima County Sheriff's Department tells KGUN9 that motorists could still encounter snow, ice and snow removal equipment so it is best to use caution when traveling to Mt. Lemmon today.  
 
Road conditions on Catalina Highway are subject to change. To stay up to date with the latest restrictions on the road to Mt. Lemmon, call the road condition hotline at 520-547-7510 or dial 5-1-1 on your cell phone.