Big Bear News - Big Bear - The California Department of Transportation has initiated a$3.5 million Director’s Order to begin an emergency project to repair damages to StateRoute 38 as a result of the El Dorado wildfire. The project is between Thurman Flats and Glass Road. The project was awarded to Riverside Construction Company, Inc. and began onFriday, October 2. The work … [Read more...] about Caltrans Begins Repairs on SR38 Due to El Dorado Fire
Loss of Big Bear Interagency Hotshot
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Yesterday, USDA Forest Service officials on the San Bernardino National Forest announced the death of Charles Morton, a Big Bear Interagency Hotshot Squad Boss, who died while engaged in fire suppression operations on the El Dorado Fire late Thursday, September 17, 2020. “Charlie was a well-respected leader who was always there for his squad … [Read more...] about Loss of Big Bear Interagency Hotshot
Forest Service Officials Confirm Fatality
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - USDA Forest Service officials on the San Bernardino National Forest have confirmed the death of a firefighter on the El Dorado Fire. The incident took place on Thursday, September 17, 2020. The name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. Our deepest sympathies are with the family, friends and fellow firefighters during this … [Read more...] about Forest Service Officials Confirm Fatality
A Letter From Rusty Gregory, CEO, Alterra Mountain Company
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - According to Rusty Gregory, CEO of Alterra Mountain Company since last winter’s resort closures, teams have been working to develop operating plans and protocols designed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. They are intently focused on complying with local, county, and state regulations and offering the best guest experience possible for the 20/21 … [Read more...] about A Letter From Rusty Gregory, CEO, Alterra Mountain Company
Forest Service Temporarily Closes All National Forests in California
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Due to unprecedented and historic fire conditions throughout the state, the USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region is announcing a temporary closure of an additional ten National Forests, meaning all eighteen National Forests in California are now closed. The closure of the additional ten forests was effective at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Forest Service Temporarily Closes All National Forests in California