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ATMOSPHERIC RIVER

Mono County on storm watch and urges public to be ready

Posted by Seth Conners

According to a press release from Ingrid Braun in Mono County, the predicted storm for Friday into Saturday is anticipated to bring an unusual late season “Atmospheric River” severe storm with the potential for significant flooding. Rivers, creeks, streams and poor drainages are of greatest concern.

The National Weather Service has issued both a Winter Storm Watch and a Flood Watch for Mono County. Current updates can always be found online at: http://mammothweather.com

Please take the time to prepare for the storm. Secure loose outdoor items, clear poor drainages and sandbag where necessary. If you need sandbags, they will be available at these Mono County locations: 

  • Tom’s Place (behind asphalt piles)
  • Long Valley Fire Department (behind station)
  • Benton Road Shop
  • Chalfant Fire Department
  • Lee Vining Road Shop
  • June Lake Community Center
  • Bridgeport Road Shop
  • Walker Road Shop

Sandbags will also be available at the Town of Mammoth Lakes yard at 299 Commerce.

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HORSESHOE MEADOWS ROAD UPDATE

No timetable set for reopening.

Posted by Seth Conners

According to a press release from Deb Schweizer at Inyo National Forest, substantial rain and snow from the atmospheric river events that took place in January and February of 2017 caused significant damage on Horseshoe Meadows Road. In one particular area, weather induced erosion has reduced the road to an unstable and unsafe single-lane.

The Inyo County Road Department has inspected the road damage that can currently be accessed and is in the process of determining the scope of the project, including the time estimate involved in the required road repair. At this time repair work will involve stabilizing the roadbed, stabilizing the shoulder, and preventative measures that would reduce further erosion.

Currently Horseshoe Meadows Road is under normal winter closure; however, it is important that the public is aware that this road is unsafe. As the project progresses more information will be released, including the projected opening of the road.