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  1. The National Park Service is managing Yosemite National Park, addressing record tourism surges and operational needs.
  2. Weather conditions are affecting park operations and visitor safety in Yosemite National Park.

National Park Service Manages Yosemite Access Amid Strengthening El Niño

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 23
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As El Niño strengthens, the National Park Service is managing access to Yosemite National Park. Following a significant storm, Caltrans reopened Highway 108 and Highway 4, while the National Park Service also reopened Highway 120 and Tioga Pass in Yosemite National Park. The storm brought between eight-tenths and one inch of rain to areas like Sonora and Pinecrest, and traces of snow to the Central Sierra passes.

From uniondemocrat.com

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The strengthening El Niño trend is influencing regional climate patterns, affecting park operations and visitor safety in Yosemite National Park. The recent storm brought 0.8 inches of precipitation for the new water year, which equals 50% of the average for that date, while 72% of California was reported as abnormal.

Weather conditions are affecting park operations and visitor safety in Yosemite National Park, as the National Park Service addresses operational needs and record tourism surges.

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    Mariposa County might face increased operational costs and resource scarcity due to climate change and drought.

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    Tuolumne County could experience increased operational costs and resource scarcity related to climate change and drought.

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    Mariposa might see increased operational costs and resource scarcity due to climate change and drought.

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