Eastern Sierra News

The Town of Mammoth Lakes in partnership with Pacific West Communities, Inc. is celebrating the opening of “The Sawyer” – Phase 1 of The Parcel affordable housing project and the groundbreaking for “The Kingfisher” – Phase 2 of The Parcel on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, from 12-2pm at The Parcel Park. Attendees are encouraged to arrive to the site via public transit (Purple Line from the Town Park N’ Ride), bicycle, or by foot, as public parking will be limited. The community is cordially invited to attend the festivities that will feature speeches, complimentary food and drinks hosted by the Mammoth Lakes Police Department, tours of The Sawyer, playground, and childcare facility, and informational booths from the project partners highlighting their involvement in this much-needed community project and the services being provided. Purchased by the Town in 2018, The Parcel affordable housing project will have multiple phases built over several years pending available funding and will have...

The Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Forecast Discussion - Wed Jul 31 2024 The large-scale pattern promotes a gradual weather change, as a strong ridge moves Westward, from Texas to a position over Four Corners. Building 500 mb heights will bring on a warm up to 5 degrees above normal in Bishop by Thursday. Also, with the movement of that ridge, a weak slug of Monsoonal moisture will make its way into Inyo and Mono County Friday and Saturday, for a chance of showers & thunderstorms, particularly over higher terrain. Keep in mind that cloud cover / moisture could moderate forecast temperatures...DMATT Your temperatures Today: Bishop: 99 / 58 Big Pine: 99 / 65 Independence: 98 / 70 Lone Pine: 98 / 73 Olancha: 98 / 74 Mammoth Lakes: 70 / 53 Death Valley: 118 / 93 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-august-1-2024/

July 29, 2024 For Immediate Release The Window Guy: Ribbon Cutting Event At Shady Rest Park on Thursday, July 25, the Mammoth Lakes Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting for The Window Guy. Originally scheduled for July 18 but postponed due to weather, the event marked a new chapter for this family-run local business. Specializing in affordable custom blinds, windows, and door replacements, The Window Guy serves Bishop, Mammoth Lakes and surrounding areas with a mobile service that prides itself on being on time and done right. Their approach is very thorough, and their commitment to excellence is underscored by their exceptional customer service, which has earned them numerous 5-star reviews. John Lindsay, owner of The Window Guy, brought his family and his expertise from Orange County to serve the Eastern Sierra. He emphasized the company’s dedication to its customers: “Our mission is to provide the Eastern Sierra with a window and door replacement contractor they can trust. ...

• Upper level disturbance over northern Baja Peninsula will lift northward across southern and central CaliforniaThursday through Saturday. Moisture rapidly returns to the Mojave Desert Thursday, then continues to spread north into the Great Basin Friday through the weekend. • Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms, some with locally heavy rain Friday and Saturday. https://sierrawave.net/precipitation-chances-return-thursday-onward/

Mammoth Lakes Tourism, in collaboration with the Town of Mammoth Lakes and Mammoth Lakes Recreation, launched the "Keep Mammoth Lakes Unreal – It's a Mammoth Thing" video series July 11, 2024 with a video highlighting the ever-present issue of the proper disposal of dog waste. The second video, “Car-Free is Carefree,” showcases the ease of taking public transportation around Mammoth Lakes, instead of the stress of searching for parking. The campaign aims to create a culture of protecting and preserving Mammoth Lakes through a series of six engaging videos, each focusing on a topic that invites everyone to take action. Partners plan to release subsequent videos on topics including parking, trail etiquette, wildlife safety, and dog leashing. https://sierrawave.net/keep-mammoth-lakes-unreal-its-a-mammoth-thing/

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The Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Forecast Discussion - Wed Jul 31 2024 The large-scale pattern promotes a gradual weather change, as a strong ridge moves Westward, from Texas to a position over Four Corners. Building 500 mb heights will bring on a warm up to 5 degrees above normal in Bishop by Thursday. Also, with the movement of that ridge, a weak slug of Monsoonal moisture will make its way into Inyo and Mono County Friday and Saturday, for a chance of showers & thunderstorms, particularly over higher terrain. Keep in mind that cloud cover / moisture could moderate forecast temperatures...DMATT Your temperatures Today: Bishop: 99 / 58 Big Pine: 99 / 65 Independence: 98 / 70 Lone Pine: 98 / 73 Olancha: 98 / 74 Mammoth Lakes: 70 / 53 Death Valley: 118 / 93 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-july-31-2024/

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Ellen Hardebeck, a long-time Owens Valley resident, died at her home in Bishop, CA, on July 26, 2024 from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease. She was born on July 25, 1939 to Philip Gundermann, a business reporter, and Louise (LeTourneau) Gundermann, a homemaker, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in Park Forest, IL, and attended school there. She earned an AB in physics at the University of Chicago in 1961, at a time when there were few women in science. She became a graduate student at Harvard University, and earned a PhD in 1965 for early observations by radio telescope of the hydroxyl molecule in celestial objects. As a post-doc at Cornell, she used the large Arecibo radio telescope in Puerto Rico to observe scintillation (“sparkling”) of radio sources. When she became a post-doc at the California Institute of Technology, she continued her hydroxyl observations. Ellen moved to the Owens Valley in 1972 with her husband, Harry, and her baby daughter Jeanne. She w...

It’s with deep sadness to announce the passing of Duane L. Amundson, a wonderful and caring husband, father, and PAPA. He lived a fulfilling 90 years of life before passing away on July 22, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family in Bishop, California. He was born on November 26, 1933 in Mitchell South Dakota. He and his beloved wife Margaret of 67 years moved to Bishop in 1958 to work and raise a family. He started a painting business known as Amundson’s Painting Service and retired at 65. He will be dearly missed and remembered. Duane is survived by his wife Margaret, his sister Diane Anderson of Bishop, his sons Mike Amundson and his wife Julia of Naples, Florida, Rick Amundson and his wife Chrystal of Bishop, daughter Kari Rennaker and her husband Fred of Bishop, grandsons Michael Casteel and his wife Nikki of Ferndale, Washington, Brett Amundson and his wife Samantha of Bishop, granddaughters Madison Casteel of Mesa, Arizona, Mikayla Rogers and her husband Deston of Bishop, gr...

Please join 4th District Inyo County Supervisor, Jen Roser to learn updates on County business. Time: 5:30 to 7:30PM Dates & Locations: August 8th, North County, (co-hosted with 2st District Supervisor Trina Orrill) Cero Coso Community College, 4090 W. Line St., Bishop August 13th, Big Pine: Big Pine Townhall Dewey & Hall St August 14th, Bishop Creek: Cardinal Village Conference Center, 321 Cardinal Road, Aspendell https://sierrawave.net/please-join-4th-district-inyo-county-supervisor-jen-roser-to-learn-updates-on-county-business/

July 29, 2024 News Release Contact: Barbara Laughon (760) 873-5811 ext. 3415 barbara.laughon@nih.org Join NIHD’s Dr. Stacey Brown for Skin Cancer 101 Northern Inyo Healthcare District (NIHD) is set to host its next Healthy Lifestyle Talk, focusing on "Skin Cancer 101: Types, Prevention, and Treatment Options in the Eastern Sierra." Dr. Stacey Brown, a veteran family medicine provider with NIHD's Rural Health Clinic, will present the talk. The event will be held in person at NIHD's Birch Street Annex, located at 2957 Birch Street in Bishop, near The Jill Kinmont Boothe School, on Thursday, August 1, at 6 p.m. With 27 years of experience treating patients in the Eastern Sierra, Dr. Brown will bring his expertise to the community, addressing the unique challenges of skin cancer prevention in regions with year-round active outdoor lifestyles. Attendees can expect to learn about the different types of skin cancer, effective prevention methods, and the latest treatm...

Tune in to KSRW-FM 92.5 this Monday morning for the best hits of 1988! Get your fingers ready to hit play and record to create the most awesome mix tape ever. Relive the magic of classic tracks from a year that brought us unforgettable music, and make sure you don't miss out on this nostalgic trip down memory lane. Whether you're a fan of rock, pop, or anything in between, we've got something special lined up just for you. You can also listen online at https://ksrwradio.com/livestream.html https://sierrawave.net/tune-in-for-the-best-of-1988-monday-morning-at-8am/

The Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Weather & Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Area Forecast Discussion - Mon Jul 29 2024 Pretty much a quiet week ahead, with seasonal temperatures. There will be a slight uptick in temps by Thursday, as our pesky ridge makes a return, allowing temps to hit the low 100s in Bishop. Not as hot as last week for sure, but still warm none-the-less. Smoke from nearby wildfires will continue to impact our region...DMATT Your Temperatures Today: Bishop: 95 / 53 Big Pine: 95 / 59 Independence: 96 / 65 Lone Pine: 95 / 67 Olancha: 96 / 66 Mammoth Lakes: 72 / 45 Death Valley: 116 / 86 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-monday-july-29th/

City of Bishop California has grant funding available to support local non-profit organizations! https://www.cityofbishop.com/departments/finance/grants.php https://sierrawave.net/grant-funding-for-non-profits/

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Owens Valley /  Mammoth / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Weather & Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Forecast Discussion - Fri Jul 26 2024  Drier air will filter in, as a trough pushes through the PACNW. That trough will kick the large upper high to the Southeast. So this weekend we will finally settle into a quieter weather pattern without the persistent heat from much of this month. After a temps decline today, highs Saturday and Sunday in Bishop will run about 95°. Near seasonal temps will continue for the rest of July, although as August begins, there are signs for another warm up. So for now, enjoy this dip in temperatures, and have a "Great Go Do It" Weekend!...DMATT Your Temperatures Today: Bishop: 97 / 53 Big Pine: 97 / 59 Independence: 98 / 65 Lone Pine: 98 / 68 Olancha: 99 / 68 Mammoth Lakes: 74 / 46 Death Valley: 123 / 91 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-july-26-28/

News Release Mammoth Community Water District PO Box 597, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546 760-934-2596 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 26, 2024 CONTACT: Michael Draper MCWD Awarded Risk Control Grant The Mammoth Community Water District used the grant to purchase equipment for verifying buried utility lines. Mammoth Lakes, California – Mammoth Community Water District has received a grant in the amount of $6,735.30 to help verify buried utility lines prior to performing excavation work. MCWD is one of 12 statewide recipients of the grant offered annually by the Association of CA Water Agencies Joint Powers Insurance Authority (ACWA JPIA). The Risk Control Grant Program’s purpose is to “promote the implementation of best practices that will prevent or mitigate losses in the JPIA’s programs.” MCWD staff identified the need for detecting underground lines due to occasionally encountering unmarked electrical and cable lines. The grant allowed for the purchase of locating equipment, which wil...

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS Love music, arts, and that great festival vibe? The Millpond Music Festival needs volunteers! We are looking for people to help out in all areas of the festival, including at the Gate, Hospitality/Food, and Millpond Ambassadors. Volunteers who work 8 hours will receive a Full Weekend Pass, and volunteers who work a 4-hour shift will receive a Single-Day Pass. Interested? Fill out our Millpond Volunteer Application here: https://inyo.org/millpond/volunteer/. The 32nd Annual Millpond Music Festival is September 20th-22nd, 2024 at the Millpond Recreation Area just outside Bishop, CA. The festival is only possible because of our dedicated and passionate volunteers. Thank you for your support, and we’ll see you at Millpond! Presented by Inyo Council for the Arts. https://sierrawave.net/millpond-call-for-volunteers/

DATE: 7/26/2024 TO: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Number of Pages: 1 FROM: Jaime Cervenka, Administrative Services Clerk (Jury Services) PHONE: (760) 872-4520 FAX: (760) 873-4589 MESSAGE: If you were summoned to appear in INDEPENDENCE on Monday July 29, 2024 this panel has canceled and you DO NOT need to appear. https://sierrawave.net/jury-announcement/

Date:    July 25, 2024 District:   9 – Eastern Kern, Inyo, and Mono counties Contact:  Michael Lingberg Phone:   (760) 920-0280 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Traffic Advisory for the Week of 7/29/2024 – 8/2/2024   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 29 – August 2. Work schedules are subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment and/or materials, and/or construction-related issues.   New Traffic Impacts   Eastern Kern County   ·     Garlock Road Drilling – On U.S. 395 near Garlock Road north of Randsburg, crews will perform drilling work on Tuesday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm. There will be one-way traffic control and drivers may experience 20-minute delays.   Inyo County   ·     Westgard Arizona Crossings Project – On State Route 168 E approximately 4 miles east of White Mountain Road, crews will begin construction o...

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As part of our ongoing efforts to increase transparency and make it easier for the public to access meeting recordings/news, we are now utilizing a relatively new feature in Zoom to bring you a comprehensive recap of Board meetings that includes not just the video recording (with closed captioning), but also a meeting summary, reports on highlights of the meeting, and a bookmarked transcript. No more blind scrolling trying to find a particular spot in the meeting! Here is a link (and passcode) to access the recording of the July 23 meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/DdaeFeqtqcKj57AaDOlOEg_VaTSlSHoIa7WciNpCIhw09jb5qr8u5a-rkBM91mc.TAAgHeR-kxjuzFDK?startTime=1721773843000 Passcode: xL5byHP# Recordings will still be posted to the CivicClerk public portal as usual for those who prefer that format: https://inyococa.portal.civicclerk.com/ https://sierrawave.net/inyo-county-board-of-supervisors-increase-transparency/

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Death Valley National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior CA Highway 190 PO Box 579 Death Valley, CA 92328 phone 760.786.3200 Death Valley National Park News Release    Release date: July 23, 2024 Contact: Abby Wines, abby_wines@nps.gov Jennette Jurado, jennette_jurado@nps.gov Nichole Andler, Nichole_andler@nps.gov   Man rescued after burning feet in sand dunes DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – A man was rescued after suffering full-thickness burns on his feet at Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes in Death Valley National Park on Saturday, July 20. Park rangers believe the man (42, from Belgium) was taking a short walk on the sand dunes when he lost his shoes. Due to communication challenges, park rangers were not able to determine if his flip flops broke or were lost in sand. The ground temperature would have been much hotter that air temperature, which was around 123°F. The man’s family called for help and recruited other park visitors who carried the man to the parki...

        Death Valley National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior CA Highway 190 PO Box 579 Death Valley, CA 92328   phone 760.786.3200 Death Valley National Park News Release Release date: July 23, 2024 Contact: Abby Wines, abby_wines@nps.gov Nichole Andler, nichole_andler@nps.gov Jennette Jurado, jennette_jurado@nps.gov Unrelated fatalities on same day in Death Valley National Park DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – In unrelated incidents, two people died in Death Valley National Park on Saturday, July 20. Tony Balderrama, Operations Manager at Stovepipe Wells Village, was found deceased in his residence of apparent medical causes. Balderrama had been a member of the Death Valley community for many years. The National Park Service and Inyo County responded. A woman from Pahrump, NV was found deceased in her vehicle near CA-178. Initial appearances are that the woman died by suicide. If you or someone you know is in emotional crisis, dial 988 for free and ...

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The Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Area Forecast Discussion - Tue Jul 23 2024 Chances of t-storms continue thru mid week, with Wednesday marking the deepest moisture, with PWs 0.90 - 1.25 inches. Also strong high pressure continues to pound the heat in thru Thursday. And speaking of Thursday, a large trough will start to move through the PACNW, pushing our big ridge farther to the East about Friday. This will allow for a slight cooling trend thru the weekend, to nearer climatological norms for late July. More on this tomorrow...DMATT Your Temperatures Today: Bishop: 101 / 65 Big Pine: 99 / 70 Independence: 101 / 75 Lone Pine: 100 / 77 Olancha: 102 / 78 Mammoth Lakes: 80 / 57 Death Valley: 125 / 100 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-july-23rd/

The Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Area Forecast Discussion - Tue Jul 23 2024 Chances of t-storms continue thru mid week, with Wednesday marking the deepest moisture, with PWs 0.90 - 1.25 inches. Also strong high pressure continues to pound the heat in thru Thursday. And speaking of Thursday, a large trough will start to move through the PACNW, pushing our big ridge farther to the East about Friday. This will allow for a slight cooling trend thru the weekend, to nearer climatological norms for late July. More on this tomorrow...DMATT Your Temperatures Today: Bishop: 101 / 65 Big Pine: 99 / 70 Independence: 101 / 75 Lone Pine: 100 / 77 Olancha: 102 / 78 Mammoth Lakes: 80 / 57 Death Valley: 125 / 100 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-july-23rd/

MEDIA RELEASE 7/22/2024 --For Immediate Release— Contact: Louis Medina, Outreach Director, Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association, Louis@esiaonline.org, Cell 323.788.7447 Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association Announces FREE Evening Campfire Programs at Select Campgrounds Throughout the Eastern Sierra The Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association (ESIA) is announcing its lineup of Evening Campfire Programs this summer and fall at several campgrounds throughout the Inyo and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests. These events are free and open to campground guests and the surrounding community: You do not have to stay at the campground to attend. This year’s presentations are primarily focused on Eastern Sierra wildlife, including bighorn sheep, bears, mountain lions, birds, pika, and animal adaptations. Naturalists are all qualified ESIA staff, but almost two-thirds of the presentations will be given by ESIA’s Executive Director, Jeff Gabriel, who is a certified interpretive trainer/guide a...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7/15/2023  Contact: 'Kristin York, Sierra Business Council 530.582.4800, info@sierrabusiness.org  Robert Trent, Executive Director Sierra Commons 530-265-8443, info@sierracommons.org   Calling All Forest Entrepreneurs! Sierra Business Council and Sierra Commons Host Tuition-Free Forest Entrepreneurship Training Bootcamp in Mammoth Lakes August 17 - 18  Mammoth Lakes - Entrepreneurs in the Sierra Nevada can advance their careers in forestry and build resilient communities thanks to a new tuition-free weekend bootcamp called the Forest Entrepreneurship Training Program. Sierra Business Council, in partnership with Sierra Commons is hosting a two-day workshop held on August 17 - 18 in Mammoth Lakes, California to create more forest-based jobs businesses. This course is designed specifically for those who have started or are interested in starting a business in forest thinning and management, defensible space, prescribed fire application, small mas...

Probation Chief Jeffrey Thomson took a unique approach to show his gratitude to his dedicated staff. To kick off the week, this morning, the aroma of freshly made pancakes filled the outside of the Clint Quilter Consolidated Building as Thomson himself donned an apron and flipped pancakes for his staff. Today starts the Probation Services Appreciation Week. This heartfelt gesture was his way of acknowledging the hard work and commitment of his team. By personally cooking breakfast, assisted by Officer Penni Brown serving, Thomson aimed to foster a sense of camaraderie and appreciation among his staff, emphasizing that their efforts do not go unnoticed and are deeply valued. https://sierrawave.net/probation-chief-jeffrey-thomson-starts-the-week-by-showing-his-appreciation-to-his-staff/

Death Valley National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior CA Highway 190 PO Box 579 Death Valley, CA 92328 phone 760.786.3200 Death Valley National Park News Release Release date: July 19, 2024 Contact: Abby Wines, 760-786-3221, abby_wines@nps.gov Woman with heat illness rescued DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – Bystanders helped rescue a woman suffering from heat illness in Death Valley National Park on July 18. A man and a woman started hiking the Badlands Loop at 9:30 am, in temperatures around 110°F. The man later told park rangers that their hike was prolonged by getting lost. At some point, the woman was unable to continue walking, and the man returned to Zabriskie Point parking lot to get help. There is no cell phone service in the area. A bystander drove five miles to report the medical emergency at Furnace Creek Visitor Center around 11:00 am. Air temperature was around 115°F at this point. When park rangers arrived a few minutes later, bystanders were carrying the...

Death Valley National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior CA Highway 190 PO Box 579 Death Valley, CA 92328 phone 760.786.3200 Death Valley National Park News Release Release date: July 19, 2024 Contact: Abby Wines, 760-786-3221, abby_wines@nps.gov Woman with heat illness rescued DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – Bystanders helped rescue a woman suffering from heat illness in Death Valley National Park on July 18. A man and a woman started hiking the Badlands Loop at 9:30 am, in temperatures around 110°F. The man later told park rangers that their hike was prolonged by getting lost. At some point, the woman was unable to continue walking, and the man returned to Zabriskie Point parking lot to get help. There is no cell phone service in the area. A bystander drove five miles to report the medical emergency at Furnace Creek Visitor Center around 11:00 am. Air temperature was around 115°F at this point. When park rangers arrived a few minutes later, bystanders...

The Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Area Forecast Discussion - Mon Jul 22 2024 First the bad news. Hotter than normal temperatures will continue thru at least mid week, as that stubborn high pressure ridge refuses to budge. The ridge is now stuck over Nevada and California. That high pressure will continue to trap moisture underneath it, with PWs 0.9 inches. So isolated to scattered t-storms possible each afternoon, particularly over higher terrain, thru Wednesday. Now for the good news. Temperatures will turn the corner after mid week, with a slight cooling trend, as a long wave trough pattern sags South from the PACNW, bringing us some relief from the heat. Updates tomorrow...DMATT Your Temperatures Today: Bishop: 101 / 66 Big Pine: 100 / 71 Independence: 101 / 76 Lone Pine: 100 / 78 Olancha: 102 / 78 Mammoth Lakes: 80 / 57 Death Valley: 125 / 95 https://sierra...

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DATE: 7/18/2024 TO: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Number of Pages: 1 FROM: Erika Hernandez, Administrative Services Clerk (Jury Services) PHONE: (760) 872-4520 FAX: (760) 873-4589 MESSAGE: If you were summoned to appear in INDEPENDENCE on Monday July 22, 2024 this panel is still moving forward and you DO need to appear. https://sierrawave.net/jury-duty-announcement-2/

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Owens Valley / Mammoth / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Eastern Sierra Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Forecast Discussion - Fri Jul 19 2024 Heat will be the primary weather story thru the weekend into early next week. Heights aloft will build along an expansive upper ridge now over Nevada / CA. Temperatures in the Owens Valley will run around 103°. These conditions will result in Moderate Heat Risk throughout the area. The one difference with this heat wave from the one earlier this month, is the position of high pressure, allowing monsoonal moisture to filter into the area, particularly late weekend into early next week. Thunderstorm development then could limit daytime heating a bit, with cloud cover and precipitation influences. We will see how all this pans out. But anyway you look at it, it's going to be Hot...DMATT Your Temperatures Today: Bishop: 101 / 63 Big Pine: 99 / 68 Independence: 100 / 73 Lone Pine: 100 / 76 Olancha: 101 / 76 ...