Some sections of Central California’s State Route 58 were still closed on Thursday morning, March 2, after heavy snowfall caused treacherous travel conditions in Kern County, Caltrans said.

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Mojave warned travelers on March 1 to avoid SR 58 between Bakersfield and Mojave until further notice.

This footage was posted to Facebook by CHP Mojave and shows the ongoing clearing efforts on Wednesday. Credit: CHP Mojave via Storyful

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- Good evening from the California Highway Patrol Mojave area. State Route 58 remains closed between Mojave and Bakersfield on Wednesday, March 1. Officers have spent most of the day clearing vehicles that were stuck in ice and helping stranded motorists.

Caltrans continues working hard to clear the freeway and prepare it for opening possibly tomorrow. Please continue to check the Caltrans quick map or website for road updates and avoid State Route 58 between Mojave and Bakersfield. Please drive safe, California, and have a good evening.

Good evening from the California Highway Patrol Mojave area. State Route 58 remains closed between Mojave and Bakersfield on Wednesday, March 1. Officers have spent most of the day clearing vehicles that were stuck in ice and helping stranded motorists.

Caltrans continues working hard to clear the freeway and prepare it for opening possibly tomorrow. Please continue to check the Caltrans quick map or website for road updates and avoid State Route 58 between Mojave and Bakersfield. Please drive safe, California, and have a good evening.