Visitor areas along Hwy 120 reopen following fire closure
July 29th, 2010 by Greg, Information & Restoration Specialist
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Name: Greg Reis
Title: Information & Restoration Specialist
About: Since his Committee internship in 1995, Greg has been involved with Mono Basin stream restoration and with maintaining the Committee's computers, Websites, and Research Library, and researching and compiling information for our programs. His B.S. degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in Forestry and Natural Resources with a concentration in Environmental Management and a Senior Project in Hydrology reflects his interest in natural resources management, administration, planning, environmental analysis, and restoration. He is a member of the California Association of Environmental Professionals and the California Society for Ecological Restoration.See All Posts by Greg (134)
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The Mono Fire on Tuesday afternoon. The fire was 70% contained Thursday morning when Hwy 120 reopened. Photo by Greg Reis.
This morning the Mono Fire is 70% contained at 1,200 acres. Highway 120 East reopened as well as South Tufa, Navy Beach, and Panum Crater. All regularly scheduled tours are occurring, including daily South Tufa Tours at 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 6:00 pm.
The fire is still burning at the north end of the Mono Craters with little potential for expansion, however Hwy 120 may close again if necessary. Stay clear of fire equipment and use caution – pilot cars may be needed for controlling traffic in some areas.
Re-opening notice
Fire photos
Fire movie
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July 29th, 2010 at 8:05 pm
appreciate the updates on the fire. glad it is being contained before it gets to people or buildings.