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Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster August 5th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - TUE AUG 05 2025 Temps tick up this week as a potent high pressure system, now located over New Mexico, controls our weather...
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Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil to Hold Press Gaggle Following Assembly Public Safety Committee Hearing on Senate Bill 268: Violent Felonies – Rape
SACRAMENTO – Senator Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson) will address the media outside Capitol Room 126 immediately following the Assembly Public Safety Committee hearing on Senate Bill (SB) 268. The Senator will be available for questions and will explain to media representatives why the bill will bring about crucial and long overdue legislative change.
SB 268 would classify the rape of an intoxicated person as a violent felony if the defendant caused the intoxication of the victim in order to assault them. This bill would ensure all victims of sexual assault receive equal protection under the law and that perpetrators who exploit a victim’s incapacitation face legal consequences to the fullest extent.
Mosquito fogging event: Bishop / Independence
Mosquito control ULV fogging applications are planned to be performed around the east side of Bishop and the Independence areas on Wednesday 7/3/2024. Crews will be using truck mounted fogging equipment to control excessive adult mosquitoes.
Fogging operations are planned to start in the morning between 4:00 and 6:00 am depending on the weather. If it is too windy or temperatures are too cold, fogging is not effective and will need to be postponed.
SIERRA LIFEFLIGHT OFFERS TIPS FOR A SAFE FOURTH OF JULY
(BISHOP, Calif.) – For many, the Fourth of July presents an opportunity to gather with loved ones to celebrate our nation’s independence with food, fun and fireworks. Sierra Lifeflight, a REACH Air Medical Services (REACH) brand, wants to remind residents of Bishop of the importance of holiday safety while celebrating.
“Fourth of July brings a lot of fun and enjoyment, from outdoor grilling and water activities to fireworks displays and celebratory parades,” said Michael Patterson, regional director of operations for REACH. “No matter your family’s plans, it is essential to make sure everyone stays safe during this year’s festivities.”
NWS Weekly HeatRisk Briefing UPDATED (7/1 – 7/7)
KEY POINTS
Dangerous Heat Building Middle to Late Week and Persisting into Next Week.
CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS BRIEFING
A long-duration heat wave is on the way, and the HeatRisk outlook has been updated to show the Major to Extreme categories which will occur later in the week.
The heat wave will likely persist beyond the period covered by this outlook. The unusually long period of excessive heat will greatly increase the mortality risk in vulnerable populations.
WEATHER RISK OUTLOOK
Risk levels incorporate potential impacts from weather hazards and the likelihood of occurrence
Mono County Residents and Business Owners Urged to Audit Broadband Connectivity
MONO COUNTY, Calif. (JULY 1, 2024) – High-speed, high-quality internet service is essential for participation in modern life. However, many rural and remote communities lack the proper level of service to adequately participate in today’s economy. To address this service inequity, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is collecting broadband consumer data information directly from users in an attempt to identify gaps in coverage, and shore up access and service. Mono County residents and business owners are encouraged to participate in this data collection to address local broadband inequities.
Weather Forecast for July 1, 2024
We have an interesting weather pattern for you this week. We have a strong ridge sitting over the Southern Plains, buttressed by an unseasonably strong ridge building off the West coast. As that Pacific high shifts inland mid week, our Forecast Area enters a period of very hot conditions, with well above normal temperatures.
Pizona Fire Daily Update June 29, 2024
Pizona Fire Daily Update June 29, 2024Helicopter 525 lands at ICP to start the day, June 29, 2024Acreage: 2,002 Percent Containment: 30% Current Resources: 168 total personnel (5...
Trudy Lynn Richards November 29, 1956 – June 25, 2024
Trudy Lynn Richards passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of June 25, 2024, in her hometown of Bishop, CA, where she was surrounded by the love and comfort of her family and friends.
Trudy was born November 29, 1956, to Marian and Eldred Richards. Before settling down in her home of Bishop, CA, Trudy was a long time resident of Carson City, NV, where she worked in the Department of Motor Vehicles for over 20 years, a veteran employee. Trudy was a closet musician, playing the piano, saxophone, and even drums when the opportunity presented itself, truly a woman of many talents. She was often found either wandering her garden or at her other favorite hangout, the casino, lighting the place up with her glowing smile and radiating positivity. She was a skilled hand gamer, and even a world traveler, traveling to Australia with her family in 2003.
Pizona Fire daily update June 28, 2024
Since last night, the Pizona Fire located in the Adobe Hills of Mineral County, Nevada, grew several hundred acres to 2,002 acres. The fire continues to push northeast in pinyon-juniper and sagebrush vegetation, and has just run into the 2003 Sagehen Fire burn scar.
Air tankers and helicopters will continue with dropping retardant line to reinforce perimeter lines, assisting ground crews and smokejumpers encountering access challenges in extremely rough and inaccessible terrain.
Despite this, firefighters have managed to construct hand line approximately one-half of the way up both the left and right flanks of the fire, gaining 10% containment.
Skippable News for June 28, 2024
This week on Skippable News: Special Guest – MC Hubbard, Will Wadelton, ESIA, a reflection back on Bobby and Bo Tanner, Fly Fishing Report by Fred Rowe and What Is Now Playing at Bishop Twin Theatre.
NWS – Dangerous Heat Building Middle to Late Next Week
During the summer months, the National Weather Service in Las Vegas will be providing the attached Weekly HeatRisk Outlook for several locations across southern Nevada, southeastern California, and northwestern Arizona. This email will be sent each Thursday morning through the summer with the forecast HeatRisk through the next 7 days.
Pizona Fire evening update June 27, 2024 10:00PM
Today, the Pizona Fire located in Mineral County, Nevada, grew approximately 200 acres. However due to limited visibility from smoke, a more exact acreage could not be determined.
Air tankers and helicopters worked to drop retardant line around most of the fire’s perimeter, with the most active flank of the fire being on the east side.
No bulldozers have been ordered for this incident due to the logistics and inaccessibility of the roadways, in addition to the potential for cultural resource impacts.
The fire is still currently located within the Inyo National Forest boundary, and has not yet reached the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest or Bureau of Land Management lands
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Weather Forecast for June 28 – June 30
Very stable temperatures today and over the weekend, with a Westerly flow in place. Also expect hazy conditions throughout our area from the various Wildfires to our North and West. For the first week in July, high pressure builds back strongly over the West. Not good news for those of you who like cooler weather. So temps next week will run about 5 – 8 degress above normal, with 103° likely in Bishop next Wednesday.
Coach Sonny’s Volleyball Camp At BUHS
Traffic Advisory for the Week of 7/1/2024 – 7/5/2024
Traffic Advisory for the Week of 7/1/2024 – 7/5/2024
EASTERN KERN, INYO, and MONO COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the following project work and traffic impacts for the week of July 1 – July 5.
Work schedules are subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment and/or materials, and/or construction-related issues.
OPTIMUM COMPLETES NETWORK UPGRADE TO DELIVER FASTER INTERNET SERVICE IN BISHOP, CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIA (JUNE 27, 2024) – Optimum, the local provider of internet, mobile, TV, and phone services, today announces that due to significant upgrades made to the company’s local network and infrastructure, area residents and businesses can now access internet speeds of up to 500 Mbps in Bishop, California. With this launch, customers are now able to enjoy superior internet service and speeds that are more than triple the previous highest speed offered by the company in this market.
This network enhancement comes on the heels of the company introducing its new brand platform and marketing campaign, Where local is big time, to customers across its 21-state footprint. The new platform centers on Optimum’s ability to bring customers the reach and connectivity resources of a large national provider with the localized care and support of a small business to cater to the unique connectivity needs of each community it serves.
Stage I Fire Restrictions begin July 1 on Inyo National Forest
BISHOP, Calif., June 27, 2024 — Inyo National Forest will be in Stage I Fire Restrictions starting Monday, July 1 to protect natural resources and provide for public safety.
Dispersed campfires on the ground will no longer be permitted. However, campfires in designated developed recreation sites and portable stoves still be allowed with a California Campfire Permit
Pizona Fire morning update June 27, 2024
Acreage: 540
Percent Containment: 0%
Current Resources: 5 hand crews, 5 engines, 4 helicopters, 2 air tankers, 1 air attack, 2 water tenders, 20 overhead.
Resources at risk: powerlines and sage grouse habitat
Map Released to Identify Internet Speeds Across California
Residents of Inyo County are encouraged to verify their Internet speeds to ensure their current level of broadband service has been accurately identified by the State of California.
As part of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) released a map on June 17 indicating the “served” status of locations across California. The category designated by the CPUC will determine whether certain areas are eligible for BEAD-funded projects.
NWS Weekly HeatRisk Briefing (6/27 – 7/3) WEATHER RISK OUTLOOK
NWS Weekly HeatRisk Briefing (6/27 – 7/3)
WEATHER RISK OUTLOOK
Risk levels incorporate potential impacts from weather hazards and likelihood of occurrence.
Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster August 5th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - TUE AUG 05 2025 Temps tick up this week as a potent high pressure system, now located over New Mexico, controls our weather...
CalTrans Thursday Morning Road Conditions Update
California Department of Transportation D9 DISPATCH COMMUNICATIONS 500 SOUTH MAIN STREET BISHOP, CA 93514 (760) 872-0601 I FAX (760) 872-5221 I TTY 711 http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov Thursday, February 20, 2025@ 0559 Hrs. Re: Current District 9 Road Restrictions: 395: NO...
