Thursday, August 25, 2011

Wildfire shuts down California 140 near Yosemite

Yosemite Road Closure

One of the main highways to Yosemite National Park has been closed because of a wildfire burning in the region, officials said Thursday.

California 140 has been shut down about four miles on the east and west sides from Midpines in Mariposa County, the California Department of Transportation said.

Motorists are advised to use another route. For Yosemite road conditions, travelers can call (209) 372-0200.

Officials said the fire was burning outside of park property in the Stanislaus National Forest. There was no estimate on when the highway would be reopened.

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Map shows area where California 140 is closed. Credit: Google Maps.

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