Winter Storm Brings Whiteout Conditions And Chain Restrictions Near Mammoth Lakes

Video and images released by Caltrans District 9 show a winter storm moving through Mono County near the Town of Mammoth Lakes.

The footage was taken just north of Mammoth Lakes, where whiteout conditions are currently being reported.

Visibility in the area is severely reduced as the storm intensifies across the region.

Chain restrictions are beginning to be put into place due to the dangerous driving conditions.

The situation highlights rapidly changing winter weather impacting travel routes near the town.