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 Illegal in Big Bear Valley
Big Bear Fire Department
Lake William Home Burns in Fire Yesterday
Big Bear, CA - A residential structure fire was reported for Pinewood Drive at Sky View Drive in Lake William at approximately 12:26 p.m. yesterday, Tuesday, May 15. Upon arrival, fire crews observed the approximately 2,500 square foot, multi-story, single family residence, with smoke and flames visible to the rear of the home. Crews were able to knock-down the fire in 40 … [Read more...] about Lake William Home Burns in Fire Yesterday
Time To Get Your CHIP Together
Big Bear, CA - Fuel reduction through trimming vegetation overgrowth is one of the most important actions homeowners can take to reduce the threat of wildfire around their homes. Due to the warm and dry winter season in the Big Bear Valley, high fire conditions will start early. Residents are asked to be diligent through the summer months by creating and maintaining a firewise … [Read more...] about Time To Get Your CHIP Together
Big Bear Fire and Mercy Air Announce Partnership
BIG BEAR, CA – Big Bear Fire Department and Mercy Air, a division of Air Methods, announce an innovative public/private partnership that brings a medical air ship to provide critical patient care services and emergency air transportation to Big Bear. This unique public/private partnership, the first of its kind for Mercy Air and any fire department in California, launched its … [Read more...] about Big Bear Fire and Mercy Air Announce Partnership
Home Fire in Big Bear Lake Causes Significant Damage
Big Bear Lake, CA - On Sunday, January 21st, at approximately 9:32 pm, a residential structure fire was reported at Meadow View Drive and Marina Point Lane in Big Bear Lake. Upon arrival, fire crews observed the approximately 1,500 square foot, single-story, single family residence, well-involved with flames visible on the Northwest side of the home. Due to extensive fire … [Read more...] about Home Fire in Big Bear Lake Causes Significant Damage