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Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Weather August 20th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - WED AUG 20 2025 A nearly 600 dm ridge of high pressure across 4-corners, will bring both hot temperatures and Monsoon...
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Traffic Advisory for the Week of 7/29/2024 – 8/2/2024
Inyo County
· Westgard Arizona Crossings Project – On State Route 168 E approximately 4 miles east of White Mountain Road, crews will begin construction of concrete slope protection on the shoulders. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm. There will be 24-hour one-way traffic control and drivers may experience 20-minute delays.
· Owens Lake Utility Work – On State Route 190 approximately four miles east of the junction with State Route 136, utility crews will replace fiber optic cable on the shoulder. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. There will be one-way traffic control and drivers may experience 10-minute delays.
· Bishop Pole Replacement – On U.S. 395 from Gerkin Road to Bishop Golf Course Road, there will be intermittent traffic breaks to allow utility crews to pull wire across the highway on Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Drivers may experience brief delays.
Board Approves Strategic Plan for Inyo County
The Strategic Plan approved by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, July 23 includes three overriding strategic initiatives – Thriving Communities, Economic Enhancement, and High-Quality Service – under which there are three initiatives each with various goals and focus areas
Inyo County Board of Supervisors Increase Transparency
As part of our ongoing efforts to increase transparency and make it easier for the public to access meeting recordings/news, we are now utilizing a relatively new feature in Zoom to bring you a...
NWS Heat Index for July 25th
Death Valley National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior CA Highway 190 PO Box 579 Death Valley, CA 92328 phone 760.786.3200 Death Valley National Park News Release ...
Unrelated Fatalities on Same Day in Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior CA Highway 190 PO Box 579 Death Valley, CA 92328 phone 760.786.3200 Death Valley...
Vehicle fire at Dantes View
DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – A car caught on fire at Dantes View in Death Valley National Park on Sunday, July 21. No one was hurt, but the vehicle was destroyed.
Friends of Bodie Days
Weather Forecast July 24th
Daily t-storm chances continue today, and a Flood Watch has been issued for Mono County. With that, Wednesday is showing the deepest moisture with PWs (Perceptible Water) 0.90 – 1.25 inches. By Thursday, an upper trough over the PACNW will push our big ridge Eastward, shifting t-storms farther to the East and West. Highs will start to edge down Thursday as well, settling down to near normal through the area by the weekend. With that drier air, overnight lows wouldn’t be quite as warm. More tomorrow…DMATT
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Weather Forecast for July 23rd
Chances of t-storms continue thru mid week, with Wednesday marking the deepest moisture, with PWs 0.90 – 1.25 inches. Also strong high pressure continues to pound the heat in thru Thursday. And speaking of Thursday, a large trough will start to move through the PACNW, pushing our big ridge farther to the East about Friday.
Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association Announces FREE Evening Campfire Programs at Select Campgrounds Throughout the Eastern Sierra
MEDIA RELEASE 7/22/2024 --For Immediate Release— Contact: Louis Medina, Outreach Director, Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association, [email protected], Cell 323.788.7447 Eastern Sierra...
Sierra Business Council and Sierra Commons Host Tuition-Free
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7/15/2023 Contact: 'Kristin York, Sierra Business Council 530.582.4800, [email protected] Robert Trent, Executive Director Sierra Commons 530-265-8443,...
Probation Chief Jeffrey Thomson Starts The Week By Showing His Appreciation To His Staff
Probation Chief Jeffrey Thomson took a unique approach to show his gratitude to his dedicated staff. To kick off the week, this morning, the aroma of freshly made pancakes filled the outside of the...
Woman with Heat Illness Rescued – Death Valley
DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – Bystanders helped rescue a woman suffering from heat illness in Death Valley National Park on July 18.
A man and a woman started hiking the Badlands Loop at 9:30 am, in temperatures around 110°F. The man later told park rangers that their hike was prolonged by getting lost. At some point, the woman was unable to continue walking, and the man returned to Zabriskie Point parking lot to get help.
There is no cell phone service in the area. A bystander drove five miles to report the medical emergency at Furnace Creek Visitor Center around 11:00 am. Air temperature was around 115°F at this point.
Weather Forecast for July 22nd
First the bad news. Hotter than normal temperatures will continue thru at least mid week, as that stubborn high pressure ridge refuses to budge. The ridge is now stuck over Nevada and California. That high pressure will continue to trap moisture underneath it, with PWs 0.9 inches. So isolated to scattered t-storms possible each afternoon, particularly over higher terrain, thru Wednesday. Now for the good news.
Country Charm For Your Special Day
Laws Railroad Museum and Historical Site in Bishop, California is not your ordinary wedding venue. With 11 acres of history and endless possibilities for your special day, we offer an unforgettable setting for your celebration. The grounds are dotted with sites of natural beauty, and historical structures at every turn. Laws Railroad Museum and Historical Site sits on Silver Canyon Road, with magnificent views of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountain range. Various hotels are just a short drive away. Ceremonies and receptions can be hosted here, along with rehearsal dinners. Since opening in 1964, Laws Railroad Museum and Historical Site has welcomed all manner of milestone occasions.
When you rent Laws Railroad Museum and Historical Site for your special day, you gain access to the event spaces for at least five hours. You are also allowed to use the grounds for romantic engagement photos. There are several outdoor sites to choose from, so you can celebrate somewhere that best suits your vision. Before beginning the day, there is a suite inside the 1923 former Catholic church, now our Library Arts Center, for you to use as you prepare with your party. Your vendors are also allowed to access the property before the wedding to finish setting up. The Museums event coordinator is ready to help you with whatever you might need, ensuring the day runs smoothly.
Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Weather August 20th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - WED AUG 20 2025 A nearly 600 dm ridge of high pressure across 4-corners, will bring both hot temperatures and Monsoon...
Caltrans Road Conditions – March 31 – Sunday Afternoon, March 3, 2025
California Department of Transportation D9 DISPATCH COMMUNICATIONS 500 SOUTH MAIN STREET BISHOP, CA 935 14 (760) 872-0601 I FAX (760) 872-5221 I TTY 711 http://quickmap.dot.ca.qov Sunday, March 2, 2025@ 1533 Hrs. Re: Current District 9 Road Restrictions: 395: HIGH...
