What impact are ski areas having on coronavirus spread? Durango, Colorado Currently Thu 2% chance of precipitation 58% chance of precipitation 9% chance of precipitation Health officials haven’t traced positive cases back to lift lines, chairlifts or slopes Friday, Jan. 15, 2021 9:56 AM Updated: Friday, Jan. 15, 2021 9:15 PM A Vail ski area employee in an empty lane between lines of skiers reminds skiers to keep their masks over their nose. Jason Blevins/The Colorado Sun What impact are ski areas having on coronavirus spread? A Vail ski area employee in an empty lane between lines of skiers reminds skiers to keep their masks over their nose.