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Mono County news for Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Public Safety · Mono County

Winter Weather Advisory for Mono County Through Thursday 5 p.m.

The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for Mono County, valid from Wednesday at 11 a.m. until Thursday at 5 p.m. The advisory warns of snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches above 8,000 feet, with up to 10 inches on highest peaks, and winds gusting up to 35 mph. Officials caution that hazardous conditions will impact Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes, urging drivers to slow down and check road conditions via 511.

Source: The Modesto Bee Read the full story ↗

Transportation · Tuolumne County

Three Sierra Mountain Passes Closing Wednesday at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Caltrans and the National Park Service announced Tuesday afternoon that Sonora Pass on Highway 108 and Ebbetts Pass on Highway 4 will close at 8 a.m. Wednesday, while Tioga Road and Tioga Pass on Highway 120 in Yosemite National Park will close at 5 p.m. Wednesday due to forecast snow and mixed precipitation. Reopening times were not scheduled, though both agencies emphasized the closures are temporary.

Source: Union Democrat Read the full story ↗