State extends stud deadline

The deadline for removing studded tires has been bumped to April 11, 12:01 a.m., up from April 1.

Due to the threat of more severe winter weather forecast for the Cascade mountain range, Washington State Department of Transportation officials moved the date March 30.

Washington State Patrol troopers enforce a $124 fine for those who use studded tires after the deadline. No one can guarantee ice and snow-free roadways, so WSDOT encourages drivers, especially those heading into higher elevations, to plan ahead and drive for conditions.