Big Bear, CA, June 15, 2016 - High pressure aloft over northern Mexico will strengthen and expand to the north and west bringing a strong warming trend for Friday through Sunday with excessive heat likely by Sunday for inland areas and possibly near the coast. The heat wave could extend past Sunday and Monday into the middle of next week, but that is less certain. The hot … [Read more...] about NOAA Forecasts Extremely Hot Weather This Weekend
Environment
Do Not Disturb Young Wildlife: If You Care, Leave Them There
Big Bear, CA, May 10, 2016 - It's springtime again and young wildlife are emerging from their dens and nests and beginning to learn the ways of the world. Because of this increase in wildlife activity, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife reminds people to leave young wildlife alone if they come across them in the wild. The improper handling of young wildlife is a … [Read more...] about Do Not Disturb Young Wildlife: If You Care, Leave Them There
Be Bear Aware
Big Bear, CA, May 5, 2016 - In spring, hibernating bears emerge from their winter slumber and begin an almost perpetual search for food. It is not uncommon for a black bear to consume up to 20,000 calories a day. Unfortunately, this search can sometimes lead bears into populated areas and conflicts with humans. "A bear's nose is seven times better than a hound dog's, and it … [Read more...] about Be Bear Aware
DWP’s Meter Replacement Ahead of Schedule
Big Bear Lake, CA, April 27, 2016 - When in drought, every drop counts. When every drop counts, water agencies count on every meter to accurately measure those drops. In 2014, the City of Big Bear Lake Department of Water began a meter replacement program to replace each of the Department’s 15,580 meters with a radio-read meter. Radio read meters offer many advantages, … [Read more...] about DWP’s Meter Replacement Ahead of Schedule
Caltrans Looking To The Sun For Transportation
Big Bear, CA, April 15th, 2016 - California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Director Malcolm Dougherty signed a letter of intent with the Province of Noord-Holland (Netherlands) Vice Governor Elisabeth Post, MMC to look at sustainable options for capturing solar energy in transportation infrastructure. Caltrans will explore the Dutch technology, known as SolaRoad1, … [Read more...] about Caltrans Looking To The Sun For Transportation