A Wind Advisory has been issued for our area, as well as most of Southern California, as high winds are expected until at least 3pm this afternoon. The National Weather Service reports that winds up to 35 miles per hour are anticipated, so drivers of high profile vehicles are advised to use extra caution, and all should watch for downed power lines and tree limbs. Winds are … [Read more...] about National Weather Service Issues Wind Advisory for Our Area; Wind Gusts Up of 35 MPH Expected Until Friday Afternoon
ALERTS/Breaking Big Bear News
After 80 Years on Juniper Point, Historic Cabin Moves to Big Bear City at 3 AM; Building to Be Transported Via Highway 38
After 80 years or more on Juniper Point on Big Bear Lake’s North Shore, the historic cabin will tonight be making the move to the Historical Museum off Greenway in Big Bear City. The 1920s cabin, which once served as a post office and general store, has been cleared out by the Big Bear Valley Historical Society this week, thanks to the help or 20 of so volunteers. A … [Read more...] about After 80 Years on Juniper Point, Historic Cabin Moves to Big Bear City at 3 AM; Building to Be Transported Via Highway 38
Given Threat of Major Earthquake, County Fire Chief Dennen Says, “The Message to the Public Right Now Is That They Should Be Prepared”
Given the, now, countless number of small earthquakes centered in the Salton Sea area just south of Indio this week, a threat still exists for a major earthquake to take place on the San Andreas Fault—perhaps of a 7.0 magnitude or greater, though this risk is reduced with each passing day. In a conversation with San Bernardino County Fire Chief Pat Dennen, who is also one of … [Read more...] about Given Threat of Major Earthquake, County Fire Chief Dennen Says, “The Message to the Public Right Now Is That They Should Be Prepared”
County’s Office of Emergency Services Issues Earthquake Alert, Given the 50+ Quakes Near Salton Sea; Possibility of 7.0 Magnitude Tremor on San Andreas Fault
A sequence of more than 50 small earthquakes have shaken an area near the Salton Sea (in Southern California) since yesterday morning, and scientists have expressed concern that these earthquakes could trigger a larger earthquake on the southern section of the San Andreas Fault. According to the San Bernardino County Office of Emergency Services, state and local agencies are … [Read more...] about County’s Office of Emergency Services Issues Earthquake Alert, Given the 50+ Quakes Near Salton Sea; Possibility of 7.0 Magnitude Tremor on San Andreas Fault
Forest Service Crews Resume Pile Burning in Two Areas Off Highway 38; Smoke May Be Visible Today
Smoke may be visible in our area today (March 20), particularly to the Valley’s southeast toward Highway 38, as hazardous fuels pile burns continue on the San Bernardino National Forest. Today’s burns are taking place in the Barton Flats area, as well as a portion of the San Bernardino National Forest just off the highway, south of Angelus Oaks. During pile burns past, smoke … [Read more...] about Forest Service Crews Resume Pile Burning in Two Areas Off Highway 38; Smoke May Be Visible Today