We can expect strong, gusty west-to-northwest winds in our area, and including the nearby desert communities, later this evening (Thursday). The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the San Bernardino mountains, which takes effect at 6pm and extends through 6am on Friday. A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 miles per hour are expected; those in … [Read more...] about Wind Advisory for Mountains and Deserts; Gusty Winds Expected Thursday Evening
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Fraudulent Banking Calls Being Made to Mountain Residents; Never Give Out Pertinent Info to Unsolicited Callers
Numerous residents in the mountain communities have been receiving scam telephone calls related to banking, and this tends to be a more frequent occurrence in smaller towns and rural communities, according to Richard Miller, Compliance and Information Security Officer for First Mountain Bank. “It’s a computer program,” Miller explains, “they get the prefixes, like 866, and then … [Read more...] about Fraudulent Banking Calls Being Made to Mountain Residents; Never Give Out Pertinent Info to Unsolicited Callers
National Weather Service Issues Wind Advisory for Our Area; Wind Gusts Up of 35 MPH Expected Until Friday Afternoon
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
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”