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Mono County news for Friday, October 23, 2026

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Transportation · Inyo County

Caltrans Traffic Advisory for Eastern Sierra Roads Oct. 26-30

Caltrans has issued a traffic advisory for the week of October 26 to October 30, detailing construction and maintenance work across Inyo, Mono, and Eastern Kern counties. Key projects include guardrail repairs on State Route 58 near Broome Road and Mojave, as well as utility pole replacements on U.S. 6 in Bishop and near Mono City. Significant pavement rehabilitation efforts continue in Bishop, Independence (Manzanar), Lone Pine, Little Lake, Topaz, and Lee Vining, with various lane closures and reduced speed limits in effect. Drivers are advised to expect delays ranging from brief interruptions to up to 20 minutes in specific zones, particularly during the Topaz Cape Seal Operation.

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Community News · Inyo County

Eastern Sierra Weather Forecast for Friday, Oct. 23

Forecaster Dennis Mattinson predicts mostly sunny and quiet conditions for the Eastern Sierra region on Friday, October 23, 2026. The forecast follows recent wetting rains and snow at Mammoth Mountain, with breezy conditions expected due to low pressure in Southwest Nevada. Temperatures range from a high of 83°F in Death Valley to a low of 25°F in Mammoth Lakes.

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