Big Bear, CA - Sunday, November 3rd is the end of Daylight-Saving Time. It’s time to “fall back” one hour. When you change your clocks, it is also time to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and Carbon Monoxide detectors. While phones, computers, and tablets may change themselves, it’s up to you to keep yourself and your family safe by changing your smoke alarm batteries. … [Read more...] about Change Your Clock, Change Your Batteries
Big Bear Fire Department
Fawnskin Structure Fire Knocked Down Quickly
Fawnskin, CA - A residential structure fire was reported on Canyon Road in Fawnskin at approximately 8:51 a.m., on Friday, October 25. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a two-story, single-family home with fire and smoke coming from the right side of the residence. The fire started in the workshop attached to the home. Crews were able to confine the fire to the workshop. … [Read more...] about Fawnskin Structure Fire Knocked Down Quickly
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Can Be Prevented
Big Bear, CA – Cool fall weather has arrived, winter is fast approaching, and Big Bear Fire Department encourages everyone to practice safe winter heating. Big Bear Valley residents and tourists alike will soon be lighting pilot lights and finding other ways to keep warm during the chill of the season. When not functioning properly, the heating appliances that are keeping us … [Read more...] about Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Can Be Prevented
Afternoon Thunderstorms Ignite Spot Fires
Big Bear Lake, CA - As predicted moist monsoons along with an unstable atmosphere sparked afternoon thunderstorms. Although these storms and the downpour is favorable they also usher in lighting strikes causing spot fires as they strike dry vegetation. This was the case this afternoon as several columns of smoke and ensuing fires were reported. Ground and air fire crews … [Read more...] about Afternoon Thunderstorms Ignite Spot Fires
Big Bear Fire Department Emergency Warning Siren Test Outcomes
Big Bear, CA - Big Bear Fire Department conducted its first test of its local emergency warning sirens since they went quiet approximately 10 years ago due to changes in technology and radio frequencies. As a result of the test, problems were identified regarding volume levels and range. In addition, one siren did not activate. With this information, the Department will adjust … [Read more...] about Big Bear Fire Department Emergency Warning Siren Test Outcomes