Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - UPDATE: 1:30pm: The small vegetation fire that started at approximately 11:21 am on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 west of Snow Summit, now has a hose lay around the the fire and is in the mop-up stage. Thanks to quick response, the fire remained at 1/4 acre with resources from both ground crews and air support. 12:00 noon: A small vegetation … [Read more...] about Small Vegetation Fire west of Snow Summit called the “Snow Fire”
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Emptying the Nest: How Sandy and Luna Found Their Wings
Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear News - High up in the Jeffrey pines of Big Bear Valley, the time had finally come for Jackie and Shadow’s two famous eaglets to trade the safety of the branch for the vast blue sky. But as millions of viewers watched online, nature decided to write its own unpredictable script. It was a breezy Sunday morning when Sandy and her sibling, Luna, were … [Read more...] about Emptying the Nest: How Sandy and Luna Found Their Wings
Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District To Partner with San Bernardino County Fire District
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA – At the Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District (BBLFPD) Special Meeting on April 29, 2026, the Board of Directors demonstrated its ongoing commitment to responsible stewardship of public resources by carefully evaluating how Big Bear Lake’s taxpayer dollars are allocated and utilized for the benefit of the community. The discussion centered on … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District To Partner with San Bernardino County Fire District
Winds, Snow, and Downed Trees Mark Big Bear’s First Major Storm Series
Big Bear News – Big Bear, CA — Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12noon- The first series of winter storms of the year is creating significant challenges across the Big Bear Valley, with road closures, power outages, and hazardous travel conditions reported throughout the morning. State Route 18 remains closed in both directions from the Big Bear Dam to Green Valley Lake after … [Read more...] about Winds, Snow, and Downed Trees Mark Big Bear’s First Major Storm Series
SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Caltrans is suspending previously scheduled roadwork on State Route 38 this week from Tuesday, February 17th through Friday, February 20th due to continued snowfall expected. Maintenance crews are actively working to plow the roadway for travel to and from the Big Bear Valley. At this posting on Tuesday, February 17th, at 9:30am, the route … [Read more...] about SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall