Angeles Oakes, CA, April 26, 2013 - As of 9:42am this morning, a tanker rollover with a fuel spill was reported on Highway 38. At this time, Highway 38 remains closed in both directions. Travelers will need to take an alternate route of Highway 18 to/from Lucerne Valley or Highway 18/330 to/from Highland. Information obtained at this time states that a HazMat response team … [Read more...] about Fuel Spill Prompts Closure of Hwy 38 in Both Directions
Environment
Public Comments Sought for Environmental Impact Statement
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 24, 2013 - Forest Service officials are seeking public comments by May 16 on the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for a Proposed Amendment to the Land Management Plans for the four Southern California national forests (the Angeles, Cleveland, Los Padres, and San Bernardino). The SEIS analyzes the proposal to modify existing … [Read more...] about Public Comments Sought for Environmental Impact Statement
Is there a bluebird in your backyard? Tell Cornell.
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 15, 2013 - Local bird watchers of any skill level can participate online in annual citizen-science research this weekend. Participants in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) simply watch birds at any location for at least 15 minutes, tally the numbers of each species they see, and report their tallies online at www.BirdCount.org. The GBBC lasts … [Read more...] about Is there a bluebird in your backyard? Tell Cornell.
Discovery Center Seeks Volunteers
Fawnskin, CA, February 9, 2013 - The Big Bear Discovery Center is looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who want to make a positive difference in the San Bernardino National Forest. Here’s an opportunity for local residents or second homeowners who want to give back to their community, utilize their skills, meet interesting people and learn more about their … [Read more...] about Discovery Center Seeks Volunteers
Pile Burning In Big Bear Valley Again Today
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 6, 2013 - Fire Crews from the U. S. Forest Service will be burning slash and debris piles in the Big Bear area near Club View and Forest Service Road 2N10 during the day today. Smoke may be visible in the Big Bear Valley area. According to the Forest Service, the controlled burns are part of their on-going community protection fuels reduction … [Read more...] about Pile Burning In Big Bear Valley Again Today