Truth in 24 II – Must See Speed TV

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Los Angeles, CA May 4, 2012 - The classic movie Le Mans starring Steve McQueen captures the drama and excitement of one of the world’s greatest motor sports events.  Le Mans is a fictional race and semi love story that is wrapped around real Le Mans footage and real race cars.  Dare I suggest that there is a new movie that may be its equal in drama and yet is a documentary.  This is the story of the Audi Team at La Mans in 2011.  They pulled together after some unimaginable race events and came out victorious.  The movie is Truth in 24 II “every second counts” and it will air on Speed TV this Saturday PST 1:00 pm.  Make the time or make your DVR capture it for you but try not to miss it.  The story includes the background and preparation needed for the Audi Team to ready for the worlds most challenging car race.  The winning drivers will travel the furthest distance in 24 hours by driving fast, taking chances and having a strong team to back them up.  Audi takes the fight to Peugeot where Audi’s young driving guns are relentless for 24 hours.  Non race fans and even my teenage daughter can enjoy this story.  Truth in 24 II “every second counts” airs for the first time on Speed TV, Saturday May 5th at 1:00 pm.  I certainly enjoyed it and I think you will as well.  This is Rick Herrick for Big Bear News.

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Mill Fire in Yucaipa Area 100% Contained

UPDATE – October 22, 2011, 10:00pm - The Mill Fire is located east of the Mill Creek Ranger Station and south of Highway 38 on Yucaipa Ridge. There was no significant fire activity Friday night or Saturday. Full containment was reached Saturday evening and the fire was declared controlled. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The incident transitioned to CalFire and resources were released. There have been no reported injuries. Acreage was more accurately mapped to be 42 acres.

UPDATE – October 22, 2011, 5:35pm - The Mill Fire is located east of the Mill Creek Ranger Station and south of Highway 38 on Yucaipa Ridge. The size of the fire has been recalculated, and the forest service now says the fire has burned 43 acres. There was no significant fire activity overnight or today. Construction of containment lines, mop-up and patrol continues. Full containment is expected by 6:00pm tonight and full control by 8:00am tomorrow morning. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

UPDATE – October 22, 2011, 9:00am - The Mill Fire is 60% contained at 100 acres. The Mill Fire is located east of the Mill Creek Ranger Station and south of Highway 38 on Yucaipa Ridge. There was no significant fire activity overnight. Construction of containment lines and mop-up continues. Full containment is expected by 6:00pm tonight and full control by 8:00am Sunday morning.

UPDATE – October 21, 2011, 7:00pm - Highway 38 is now open.

Big Bear, Ca, October 21, 2011, 3:20pm - A brush fire began near Highway 38 this afternoon just east of Bryant Street, near Mill Creek Bridge, at approximately 2:15 pm today. As a result Highway 38 is closing in both directions at Bryant Street.  The fire is currently between 75-100 acres, and helicopters are on scene, dropping water.  According to Caltrans Public Information Officer, Terri Kasinga Highway 38 will be closed, with an undetermined reopen time due to equipment being on the road, and the Sheriffs department declaring it a crime scene.  The fire started near the side of the road, and is being investigated for the cause.  Motorists are advised to use an alternate route toward Big Bear to avoid the closure. Both Highway 18 the front grade, and Highway 18 the back grade are both open.

Highway 38 Closure Update

Angelus Oaks, CA, September 25, 2011, 7:00am - State Route 38 remains closed from Angelus Oaks to Jenks Lake Road West in the San Bernardino Mountains as a result of the traffic collision involving a fuel truck that released approximately 6,000 gallons of gasoline along the south shoulder of the highway. The contaminated material has been removed from the area under the highway and the turnout.  However, testing continues for the remainder of the dirt area impacted by the spill. Cal Trans initiated a Director’s Order on September 23, 2011, and Matich Construction arrived early Saturday and started performing the backfill and paving operations within the roadway prism. Cal Trans/Matich is using dirt stockpiled on SR-330 for the backfill.  This will help expedite the process. It is expected the repair work can be completed in a few days.  The CHP has requested permission for the repopulation of Camp Cedar Falls as soon as possible.  However, permission of the Santa Ana Water Resource Board and San Bernardino Environmental Health is pending. Updated information on the reopening of SR 38 will be provided as soon as it is available.

Highway 38 Will Remain Closed Through The Weekend

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Big Bear, Ca, September 22, 2011, 3:00pm -

Highway 38 remains closed east of Angelus Oaks as a result of an oil tanker overturning earlier this week, resulting in over 6,000 gallons of fuel being spilt on the roadway.  According to Cal Trans, Highway 38 is set to remain closed this weekend, and no reopen date has been set at this time.  The reason for the prolonged closure is that Cal Trans is digging up the roadway, and surrounding area where the fuel spilt, as the contaminated soil needs to be removed. Cal Trans states that hazardous materials contractor Double Barrel Environmental Services is utilizing heavy equipment and working around the clock to remove the contaminated soil. The California Department of Fish and Game, the US Forest Service and local water district officials are on scene assisting with efforts to protect nearby waterways and wildlife habitat.  According to Cal Trans a swift response kept the fuel from flowing into a nearby creek, which feeds into the Santa Ana River.  Initially firefighters were concerned about the possibility that this would ignite a fire below the highway near a local private organizational camp, and ordered the camp to be evacuated as a precautionary measure. San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputies were able to safely evacuate the 12 individuals at the camp, and the private camp remains closed until San Bernardino Health officials determine it safe for the caretakers to return. The incident is being managed by the California Highway Patrol under Unified Command with Caltrans, San Bernardino County Fire Department and the US Forest Service.

Overturned Oil Tanker Closes Highway 38

Big Bear, Ca, September 20, 2011, 8:30am - On September 19, at approximately 10:20 p.m., a fuel tanker filled with approximately 9000 gallons of gasoline overturned on Highway 38 approximately two miles east of Angelus Oaks.  According to Cal Trans and the California Highway Patrol approximately 8,300 gallons of fuel has spilled into the surrounding area and Highway 38 is closed due to the Hazardous Material Incident.  According to the CHP the fuel tanker was traveling eastbound on HWY 38 towards the Big Bear Area, and for reasons still under investigation, the truck and trailer overturned onto its right side.   The collision ruptured the trailer causing fuel to spill into the surrounding area.  The Cedar Falls campground has been evacuated due to the fuel spill.  Highway 38 is closed to all traffic from Lake Williams Road to Angelus Oaks.  Motorists needing to access or leave the Big Bear Area should use Highway 18, the front or back grade.  The fuel spill has been contained and has not accessed any streams or lakes.  The San Bernardino County Fire Department and CalTrans Hazmat crews are on scene overseeing the clean up that will involve digging up and replacing the turnout and possibly a section of the roadbed where the incident took place.  The duration of the closure is undetermined at this time.

Update: Joshua Robb Found and Tells Resucers “Thank You, You Saved Me”

Big Bear, Ca, September 14, 2011, 9:00am - Joshua Robb, the 8 year old boy who went missing from a elementary school Monday morning was found yesterday afternoon.  At approximately 12:50pm on Tuesday, September 13^th,  a t-shirt that was confirmed to be Joshua Robb’s was found.  A tracking team from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department – San Bernardino Mountain Search and Rescue Team were dropped off at the school and began hiking, and located fresh shoe tracks.  Team members tracked those shoe tracks for approximately 1.5 miles calling Joshua’s name.  According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department at approximately 2:27 p.m yesterday., Joshua came out from behind some brush and walked towards the search members.  Joshua looked up at the team members and said “Thank you, you saved me.”   The area that Joshua was located is densely wooded forest area and was approximately 1 mile from the Grandview Elementary School.   Joshua was given food and water by team members who stated he appeared to be tired, and slightly dehydrated.  Team members carried Joshua to a clearing where Sheriff’s Air Rescue 6 hoisted a medic down to Joshua to assess his condition.  Joshua was then hoisted out of the area and transported to Loma Linda Medical Center for a precautionary exam as he was cold and only wearing his shorts when he was found.

Critical Missing Juvenile: 8 Year Old Joshua Robb

Big Bear, Ca, September 12, 2011, 3:30pm - The Twin Peaks Sheriff station is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a critical missing child.  Today at approximately 11:03 a.m., the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Station received a report that 8-year-old Joshua Robb from the Grandview Elementary School was missing.   Joshua Robb is described as 4’6”, between 60-75 pounds, has brown hair, dark brown eyes, and is described as severely autistic.   Joshua was last seen on the school playground in a tan and gray striped shirt with a collar, black shorts and gray sandals before he ran away from the school.  Deputies and Citizen Volunteers from the Twin Peaks Station immediately began a search in and around the area of the school.  Sheriff’s Aviation responded and is assisting by conducting an aerial search.  Personnel from the Sheriff’s Department Volunteer Forces Unit and the California Highway Patrol have also arrived on scene and are assisting with the search.  If you have seen or have any information regarding Joshua Robb  call (909) 336-0600 or anonymously call the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME.

Small Cabin Fire on Tulip in Big Bear Lake Quickly Extinguished Saturday Afternoon

Hill Fire is 100% Contained

UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA September 5, 2011, 8:00am - The Hill Fire is now at 100% containment. I-15 through Cajon Pass is currently open in both directions, but lanes may close periodically leading to some traffic congestion. The wildfire started at approximately 12:43pm Friday, September 3^rd, in the Oak Hills area. The fire has burned 1158 acres. On Friday one firefighter was evacuated out for a medical emergency and a second firefighter suffered heat exhaustion. Mandatory evacuations were lifted at 2pm Saturday. Only residents will be allowed in the evacuation area and must show proof of residency. All shelters are now closed. Mop up of the interior burn areas will continue.The cause of the fire is under investigation.

PREVIOUS UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA September 4, 2011, 10:45am - The Hill Fire south of Oak Hills in the Cajon Pass is now 80% contained. Full containment is expected at about 6:00pm Monday. Fire behavior has subsided. Smoldering and several large dust devils over the fire have been observed. The most recent information available from the Forest Service indicates that the size of the fire is 1158 acres.

PREVIOUS UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA, September 3, 2011, 10:30pm - Fire activity subsided today and the fire is at 60% containment. Full containment is now expected on Monday, September 5 at 6:00 pm. The size of the fire has been revised to 1100 acres. Today there was some active burning on islands within the perimeter. On Friday one home was heavily damaged, 2 mobile homes were lost and 2 other structures were damaged.One firefighter was evacuated out for a medical emergency, and a second firefighter suffered heat exhaustion on Friday as well. The Cause of the fire is under investigation.

PREVIOUS UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA, September 3, 2011, 3:45pm - San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chair Josie Gonzales signed a proclamation this afternoon declaring the existence of a local emergency in response to the Hill Fire. The Board of Supervisors will conduct a special meeting at a yet-to-be-determined time during the next week to consider ratification of the proclamation.

PREVIOUS UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA, September 3, 2011, 2:30pm – The Hill Fire is in Cajon Pass south of Oak Hills, it’s 60% contained and the size of the fire is currently 1158 acres. I-15 is currently open in both directions but lanes may close periodically due smoke or firefighting operations. Motorists are advised to avoid Cajon Pass as traffic has been reported to be moving very slowly. One home has been heavily damaged, 2 mobile homes were lost and 2 other structures were damaged. Mandatory evacuations were lifted at 2 pm today. Only residents will be allowed in the evacuation area and must show proof of residency, such as a drivers license with a physical address or a utility bill. PO Boxes will not be accepted as proof.

PREVIOUS UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA, September 3, 2011, 1:00pm - Mandatory evacuations will be lifted at 2 pm baring significant spread of the fire. Only residents will be allowed in the evacuation area and must show proof of residency, such as a drivers licence with a physical address or a utility bill. PO Boxes will not be accepted as proof. One home has been heavily damaged, 2 mobile homes were lost and 2 other structures were damaged. Interstate 15 is open in both directions but Traffic may be congested. The Fire is now 30% contained. Full containment  is expected at 6:00pm Sunday, September 4th. One firefighter evacuated out for a medical emergency. A second firefighter suffered heat exhaustion.

PREVIOUS  UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA, September 3, 2011, 11:55 am - The Fire is now 30% contained. Full containment  is expected at 6:00pm Sunday, September 4th.

PREVIOUS UPDATE – Oak Hills, CA, September 3, 2011, 9:00am - The Hill Fire in the Cajon Pass near Oak Hills is 20% contained, and holding at about 1,100 acres. Resources on the fire include 72 fire engines, 5 dozers, 5 water tenders, 5 helicopters, 14 airtankers (including the DC-10) and 22 handcrews. The Fire is in Cajon Pass south of Oak Hills. I-15 is currently open in both directions but lanes may close periodically due smoke or firefighting operations. Motorists are advised to avoid Cajon Pass as traffic may back up if closures occur again. Structures are threatened in the Oak Hills Area and 1 home has been heavily damaged, 2 mobile homes were lost and 2 other structures were damaged.

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