July 11, 2023 - Mono County officials report that with the historic snowpack bringing record runoff to the Eastern Sierra, public safety is our number one priority.  Waterways are running full and fast, and road conditions remain uncertain.  One million acre-feet (326 billion gallons) of water is expected to flow from the High Sierra by the season’s end.  Be aware of rising, swift, and cold water.  The Mono County Office of Emergency Management urges residents and visitors to be “Water Wise” this Summer.

BE WATER WISE

All streams will be high, cold, and fast well into the summer.

Never try to walk, swim, or drive through swift water.

Never leave children and pets unattended around fast-moving water, and DO NOT let them play in currents.

Flooding impacts in the Eastern Sierra are almost certain.

Campgrounds, trails, forest roads, and recreation areas could become affected by flooding.

Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs will be a lot fuller than in recent years.

Seasonal high elevation Sierra roads will open much later than normal.  Plan on snow sections for early summer mountain trails.

Check the conditions and KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

When driving, follow posted signs and avoid unnecessary risks.  According to the National Weather Service, just six inches of water on roadways can stall or cause you to lose control of your vehicle.  When you come to a flooded road, TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN.

READY Mono: https://ready.mono.ca.gov

Office of Emergency Management: (760) 924-4633

Source & photo: Mono County