Big Bear, CA - A smell of smoke was reported on Sunday, November 10, at 8:13 p.m. Big Bear Fire Department’s Medic Truck 281 responded to the request for an Outside Investigation. Crews rapidly identified a column of smoke in the Bear Mountain area of Big Bear Lake. Big Bear Fire Department Battalion Chief 2807 Brian Parham arrived in the area and reported smoke and flames … [Read more...] about Vegetation Fire Near Bear Mountain on Sunday Night
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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
CAL FIRE Increases Staffing for Extreme Fire Danger Conditions
Big Bear, CA - CAL FIRE firefighters are staffing up and preparing for the forecasted extreme fire weather across California. The National Weather Service has issued red flag warnings and fire weather watches for areas of northern, central and southern California. This will likely be the strongest offshore wind event so far this season. “With some of the most destructive and … [Read more...] about CAL FIRE Increases Staffing for Extreme Fire Danger Conditions
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
Fire Prevention Fees Still Due for Prior Billings
Big Bear, CA - Property owners who owe fire prevention fees are still required to make payment for fiscal years 2011-12 through 2016-17. Passage of the bipartisan cap and trade bill, Assembly Bill 398, suspended the fire prevention fee going forward, but does not impact existing fire prevention fee obligations. Effective July 1, 2017, AB 398 suspends fire prevention fee … [Read more...] about Fire Prevention Fees Still Due for Prior Billings