Big Bear, CA - Sirens will once again become a tool of Big Bear Fire Department to notify the public of emergency situations requiring action. This will be an additional way to notify the community in the event of an emergency. The first test will begin on Thursday, August 22, at 11:00 am with a 15 second siren blast. Tests will continue to run every month on the fourth … [Read more...] about Big Bear Fire Department to Begin Monthly Siren Tests
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Big Bear Residents Can Sign Up to Receive Emergency Alerts Via Text
Big Bear, CA - During an emergency, the public needs life-saving information quickly. The Telephone Emergency Notification System (TENS), commonly known as reverse 9-1-1, can be a mountain resident or visitor’s quickest way to be notified in an emergency. To receive notification on a cell phone or Voiceover Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone, it must be registered with San … [Read more...] about Big Bear Residents Can Sign Up to Receive Emergency Alerts Via Text
Residential Fire in Baldwin Lake Knocked Down Quickly
Big Bear, CA - A residential structure fire was reported on Parkway Drive in Baldwin Lake at approximately 2:07 p.m., on Thursday, July 11. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a manufactured home with fire and smoke coming from the back of the residence. Crews were able to confine the fire to the exterior rear wall of the residence, the deck and a portion of the roof. Through a … [Read more...] about Residential Fire in Baldwin Lake Knocked Down Quickly
Personal Fireworks Are Illegal in Big Bear
Big Bear, CA - Fireworks can be beautiful, but they can be unpredictable and deadly. Numerous fires have resulted from the use of personal fireworks, not to mention causing severe injuries to the users. Personal fireworks are illegal throughout Big Bear Valley, including “safe and sane” fireworks. In addition, all fireworks that explode, shoot into the air or move along the … [Read more...] about Personal Fireworks Are Illegal in Big Bear
Hot Water Heater Fire in Erwin Lake Causes Minor Damage
Big Bear City, CA - A residential structure fire was reported on Ash Lane between State Lane and Oak Lane in Erwin Lake at approximately 8:01 a.m. this morning, Monday, May 6. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a single-family dwelling with light smoke coming from the home. Crews were able to confine the fire to the hot water heater preventing the spread to the remainder of the … [Read more...] about Hot Water Heater Fire in Erwin Lake Causes Minor Damage