FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. – All low-water crossings off Mission Road at Fort Hunter Liggett are closed for safety reasons until further notice. Anyone needing to travel to the Indians can use Mission Creek Road via Red Grade Road. Nacimiento-Fergusson and Del Venturi roads are also closed until further notice.
During storm events, always remember to be aware of rapidly rising water levels and swift moving water. "Turn around and Don't Drown." The Salinas River is extremely hazardous during these rain events and ALL Residents are advised to stay clear of the river bed.
Those residing in low lying areas prone to flooding are advised to take pre-cautionary measures in advance of these storms. Storm preparations may include sandbags, clearing storm drains and gutters of debris, and having safe and alternative lighting and heating in the event of power outages.
Stay up-to-date on the Fort Hunter Liggett Facebook page (www.facebook.com/forthunterliggett) and website (home.army.mil/liggett).
Lake San Antonio Closed Due to Large Scale Fish Die Off; Number of Fish Impacted is Increasing and Reason for Die Off Remains Unknown
July 9, 2024- Out of abundance of caution for public health, County of Monterey Parks is closing the Lake San Antonio facility due to a large-scale fish die off from an unknown cause. On July 5, 2024, Parks staff noticed that dead baitfish, mostly shad, began washing up on the shore around Lake San Antonio and immediately contacted California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to report the situation. At that time, the CDFW fisheries biologist stated the fish die off was most likely due to the high temperatures and low dissolved oxygen level in the water and that the situation most likely did not present a risk to the public. Parks staff also contacted the Water Resources Agency (WRA), State Water Resources Control Board and Environmental Health Bureau. Unfortunately, the fish die off has continued with larger species such as bass, catfish, crappie, carp, and trout being impacted. Attached photos include a 3–4-pound bass. CDFW, WRA and EHB are working together to try t...
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