Expect delays on Highway 74 this week

From Monday, Aug. 6 through Thursday, Aug 9, Caltrans will be working on the Hwy 74 from Lake Hemet Campground to Keen Camp Maintenance Station.
There will be flagging and delay between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
From Monday, Aug. 6 through Thursday, Aug 9, Caltrans will be working on the Hwy 74 from Lake Hemet Campground to Keen Camp Maintenance Station.
There will be flagging and delay between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
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