San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chairman Gary Ovitt has, as of today, proclaimed a local emergency due to the confirmation of a swine flu case in San Bernardino County. Within the United States, there are (as of this morning) 109 confirmed cases of the swine flu, and one human death resulting from the respiratory disease associated with pigs. Within San Bernardino … [Read more...] about San Bernardino County Activates Emergency Operations Center in Response to Confirmed Case of Swine Flu; Highland Elementary Closed as Precautionary Measure
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County’s Health Department on Heightened Alert Given Swine Flu, Though No Confirmed Cases in Our Area
There have been four confirmed human cases of the swine flu in San Diego County and two cases in Imperial County, yet, per San Bernardino Health Officer Dr. Maxwell Ohikhuare, “No cases of this virus have been identified in San Bernardino County at this time.” Of the aforementioned six individuals with swine flu, all of them (ages seven to 54) have recovered. San Bernardino … [Read more...] about County’s Health Department on Heightened Alert Given Swine Flu, Though No Confirmed Cases in Our Area
Strong Winds Expected Through Tonight; High Wind Warning In Effect Until 11am Wednesday
The winds are strong today (April 15), and already we have received wind gusts over 45 miles per hour here in the Big Bear Valley. The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for our area, and this remains in effect until 11am today. Given this High Wind Warning, gusts up to 65 miles per hour are possible. Beyond this morning, the High Wind Warning is reduced to … [Read more...] about Strong Winds Expected Through Tonight; High Wind Warning In Effect Until 11am Wednesday
Smoke May Be Visible Today as Hazardous Fuels Pile Burns Continue Off Highway 38
Pile burning on the San Bernardino National Forest resumed today, as firefighters with the U.S. Forest Service reduce hazardous fuels in the Barton Flats area near Angelus Oaks off Highway 38. Smoke may be visible as crews continue pile burning, as long as there are favorable conditions. Firefighters continuously monitor current and expected weather conditions, and make … [Read more...] about Smoke May Be Visible Today as Hazardous Fuels Pile Burns Continue Off Highway 38
Wind Advisory in Place Through Wednesday Night; BBHS Track Meet Postponed Due to Winds
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the San Bernardino mountains and nearby deserts; this Wind Advisory is in effect as of this afternoon and until 10pm tonight. Given this advisory, winds up to 35 miles per hour are expected and gusts up to 50 miles per hour may be possible, so use extra caution, especially if driving a high profile vehicle. Because of … [Read more...] about Wind Advisory in Place Through Wednesday Night; BBHS Track Meet Postponed Due to Winds