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There are flooding concerns across Oklahoma, including along the Illinois River.
The Illinois River in Tahlequah is forecast to reach nearly seven feet by Saturday morning. The seven-foot mark is the level at which many businesses do not rent floats for people on the water. The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest for businesses along the Illinois.
Thousands of people still have plans to enjoy the outdoors but they will have to make some adjustments because of all the rain this week. Jacob and Allison Williams and their four children from Skiatook are celebrating Independence Day early by camping along the Illinois River.
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Officials at Big Bear Mountain Resort said lift tickets for daytime skiing on Saturday are already sold out, but night skiing remains open.
The slopes in the Big Bear area have a base depth of 36 to 48 inches of snow. At Mountain High in Wrightwood, which had 3 inches of fresh powder Wednesday morning, base depth is 18 inches.
Before you head for the mountains, know that state officials forbid overnight leisure travel stays, whether in hotels or short-term rentals. They also urge against trips of more than 120 miles.
The Angeles Crest Highway, gateway to many San Gabriel Mountains destinations, is closed in multiple spots for wildfire cleanup. Mt. Waterman, a small, ski area along that highway, remains closed.