Big Bear, CA - On Wednesday, July 31, at the Big Bear Lake Peforming Arts Center, beginning at 6:00pm, Caltrans District 8 will provide an update to the public regarding the Bridge Rails and Culvert Repair & Replacement projects taking place on SR-330. Additionally, they will discuss the upcoming full closure in September to install a Rock-fall Protective Barrier. The $5 … [Read more...] about CalTrans Announces Public Meeting About Work on SR-330
Big Bear Lake’s Young Eagle “Simba” Takes Flight
Big Bear, CA - At 6:19am this morning, Big Bear's baby eagle Simba, who seemed reluctant to leave the nest, spread his wings and flew gracefully from his perch. On March 6th, Jackie, an eagle also born in Big Bear, laid the egg that Simba would hatch from on April 14th. He survived winter storms, earthquakes, and the loss of his eagle brother, Cookie. He thrived and grew strong … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake’s Young Eagle “Simba” Takes Flight
Emergency Road Repairs Continue on State Route 18
Arrowhead Highlands, CA - The California Department of Transportation will start the next phase of emergency drainage, guardrail and slope repairs in “The Narrows” (Post mile 19.6 to 20.6) on State Route 18 near Crestline. The work will begin Monday, July 22, and last approximately two months. Traffic will be controlled by a flagging operation Monday through Thursday from 6 … [Read more...] about Emergency Road Repairs Continue on State Route 18
Installation of Rock Fall Barrier on State Route 330 to Begin
Big Bear, CA - The California Department of Transportation will begin a rock fall barrier project on State Route 330 near Running Springs tomorrow. The $5 million contract was awarded to Spectrum Construction Group, Inc. from Irvine. This project will remove rock debris from the slope, excavate and reduce slope size and install two rock-fall barriers at postmiles 37 and 39. On … [Read more...] about Installation of Rock Fall Barrier on State Route 330 to Begin
Lost Big Bear Hiker Hoisted to Safety
Big Bear, CA - On Saturday, July 13th, Anthony Edward Guerrero was hiking alone in the Big Bear mountains when he became directionally disorientated and lost. Fearing nightfall, he called 911 for help. San Bernardino County Sheriff Department's helicopter, 40K1, responded to the GPS location that Guerrero's cell phone gave when he placed the 911 call. Upon arrival, they … [Read more...] about Lost Big Bear Hiker Hoisted to Safety