March 19, 2024
Caltrans grants limited reopening of storm-damaged Route 74
IDYLLWILD – (INT) – Limited access to the San Jacinto Mountains via Route 74 out of Hemet is being permitted.

Portions of the twisting highway were badly damaged or completely washed out during the Valentine’s Day storm.

Route 243 is open into Idyllwild. Still closed is the 243 down the mountain to Banning.

Beginning Monday, Route 74 between Hemet and Route 243 will be open 7 days a week but only from 5am to 8am and 6pm to midnight until repairs are completed.
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