Big Bear, CA - As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a major impact worldwide, Governor Newsom, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond, and San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, Ted Alejandre, along with state and local public health officials have recommended that all California school sites remain closed through the end of this school year. … [Read more...] about BVUSD to Return to Distant Learning on April 13th for the Remainder of School Year
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Coronavirus Forces the Closure of All BVUSD Schools Beginning Monday, March 16th
Big Bear, CA - The Board of Trustees of the Bear Valley Unified School District met in Closed Session today at 6pm for a Special Board Meeting in an emergency session to discuss possible solutions and actions related to the public health crisis resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. In order to keep students and staff safe from the spread of coronavirus in our school … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Forces the Closure of All BVUSD Schools Beginning Monday, March 16th
STAY OFF LAKE ICE – FACE FINES OR LOSS OF LIFE
Big Bear Lake, Ca– With the recent snowfall in the Big Bear Valley, KBHR and the Big Bear Municipal Water District are reminding everyone of the dangers of walking on lake ice. Not only can it cost you your life, it can cost you money, and jeopardize the safety of rescuers. Every winter the San Bernardino County Sheriff and MWD receive calls related to people walking on lake … [Read more...] about STAY OFF LAKE ICE – FACE FINES OR LOSS OF LIFE
Potential Power Outages
Southern California – Bear Valley Electric Service and Southern California Edison are alerting customers of potential rolling blackouts on Monday, Nov. 25, between noon and 6 p.m. from transmission line de-energization throughout the High Desert and Mountain regions due to an elevated wildfire threat. BVES imports power through transmission lines operated by Southern California … [Read more...] about Potential Power Outages
Afternoon Thunderstorms Ignite Spot Fires
Big Bear Lake, CA - As predicted moist monsoons along with an unstable atmosphere sparked afternoon thunderstorms. Although these storms and the downpour is favorable they also usher in lighting strikes causing spot fires as they strike dry vegetation. This was the case this afternoon as several columns of smoke and ensuing fires were reported. Ground and air fire crews … [Read more...] about Afternoon Thunderstorms Ignite Spot Fires