Search results for: “El Cap”
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Rim Fire 80% Contained, Evacuation Advisories Lifted
Great news for everyone who has been following, the Rim Fire has reached 80% containment. Evacuation advisories have been lifted along Highway 108 from Ponderosa Hills to Pinecrest.
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Rim Fire Now More Than 70% Contained But Still Posing A Danger
As of last night the Rim Fire is over 70% contained but continues to pose a threat as high winds and extremely dry conditions within the Sierra persist.
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Rim Fire Crews Holding Ground
The Rim Fire is now over 32% contained and is expected to be completely contained by September 20th. To date the fire has burned almost 200,000 acres, destroyed 11 residences/buildings and has been responsible for 4 injuries.
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It’s Time for the Firefall
Alright, so it’s a misnomer. The real firefall occurred when hot coals from a fire were pushed off Glacier Point, a practice that ended last century. But every year there’s a short window of time when the sun shines up the Merced River Canyon in just such a way that it lights Horsetail Fall on…
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Nice Weather Expected for the Holiday
It may be winter in the Sierra and the passes may be closed but don’t let that spoil your holiday weekend. Weather over the holiday is expected to be very nice with highs in the upper-50’s to low-60’s (f) with overnight lows around 30 degrees (f). The forecast calls for sun and some clouds but…
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Soaring Over Yosemite Valley (video)
Ever wonder what it’s like to soar quietly over Yosemite Valley enjoying the sights without the crowds? Check out this awesome video.
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Weekly Bear Update
Bears are on the prowl. It’s up to you to keep them safe.
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Edie’s Image of the Day: Cloud Conversation
El Capitan shares the sky with a drifting cloud(Cross posted from The Little Red Tent)
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Photo of the Day: At the Turn by Brian Hawkins
What a difference a few weeks make.
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Photo of the Day: Fire on Granite by Rollie Rodriguez
Check out this beautiful shot from Rollie Rodriguez.