Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Monday, August 11, 2025 - The Gold Fire has not grown and is holding at 1069 acres and now at 48% containment. There is a reduction in acreage due to better mapping. Crews in the north, northeastern portion of Marble Canyon will continue working on hazard assessment and mitigation plans. Helicopters will continue to assist with hot spots and flare … [Read more...] about Smoke Visible from the “Gold Fire” in Holcomb Valley with Continuing Updates
Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff on Wednesday, July 9th, 9am to 6pm
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - – Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES) is notifying customers that Southern California Edison (SCE) has placed one of the BVES transmission lines on its Monitored Circuit List for a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). The period of concern begins July 9th, at 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. If SCE de-energizes this line, BVES customers … [Read more...] about Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff on Wednesday, July 9th, 9am to 6pm
Chirp Nature Center’s “Wings & Wild Things Nature Festival” on July 12th
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - The second “Wings & Wild Things Nature Festival” hosted by Chirp Nature Center is coming up on July 12, 2025 in Big Bear Lake. The event is a day-long nature festival like no other located high in the San Bernardino National Forest. Activities include bird walks, live animal presentations, kids crafts, guest speakers and book signings, … [Read more...] about Chirp Nature Center’s “Wings & Wild Things Nature Festival” on July 12th
Probable Public Safety Power Shutoff Today Beginning at 3pm
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Bear Valley Electric Service is notifying customers that Southern California Edison has placed one of the BVES transmission lines on its Monitored Circuit List for a probable Public Safety Power Shutoff, known as PSPS, due to high winds and fire conditions. The period of concern is today, Friday, June 20th at 3pm through Saturday June 21st at … [Read more...] about Probable Public Safety Power Shutoff Today Beginning at 3pm
BBMR Announces Closing Dates for Ski Areas
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Big Bear Mountain Resort has announced projected closing dates for its ski areas. Snow Valley will close this Sunday, April 6, 2025, Snow Summit is expected to remain open until Sunday, April 13, 2025, and Bear Mountain plans to stay open through Sunday, April 20, 2025, depending on snow conditions. If you're planning a trip, make sure to check … [Read more...] about BBMR Announces Closing Dates for Ski Areas