BIG BEAR LAKE, CA – BIG BEAR NEWS - At the Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District (BBLFPD) Special Meeting on April29, 2026, the Board of Directors demonstrated its ongoing commitment to responsible stewardship ofpublic resources by carefully evaluating how Big Bear Lake’s taxpayer dollars are allocated and utilized forthe benefit of the community. The discussion centered on … [Read more...] about JPA Dissolution Clears Way for San Bernardino County Fire to Reopen Moonridge and Boulder Bay Stations
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Get Ready to Celebrate America’s 250th on July 4th in Big Bear!
Big Bear News – Big Bear Lake, CA – As America rings in it's 250th birthday, the annual Fourth of July fireworks show over Big Bear Lake remains one of the valley’s most cherished summer traditions, and this year’s celebration is set to continue that legacy. The professionally produced fireworks display will launch on Saturday, July 4th, beginning when the sky is fully dark, … [Read more...] about Get Ready to Celebrate America’s 250th on July 4th in Big Bear!
Small Vegetation Fire west of Snow Summit called the “Snow Fire”
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - UPDATE: 1:30pm: The small vegetation fire that started at approximately 11:21 am on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 west of Snow Summit, now has a hose lay around the the fire and is in the mop-up stage. Thanks to quick response, the fire remained at 1/4 acre with resources from both ground crews and air support. 12:00 noon: A small vegetation … [Read more...] about Small Vegetation Fire west of Snow Summit called the “Snow Fire”
Southern California Edison Implements Public Safety Power Shutoff
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Southern California Edison de-energized electrical lines at approximately 3:00 am this morning implementing a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). BVES is attempting to utilize its small power plant to restore and maintain electric service to as many customers as possible. If your power has been restored, they ask that you make every effort to … [Read more...] about Southern California Edison Implements Public Safety Power Shutoff
BVES Notification of Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff This Week
Big Bear News – Big Bear Lake, CA – Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES) is notifying customers that Southern California Edison (SCE) has placed two of the BVES transmission lines on its Monitored Circuit List for a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). The period of concern begins at 12 pm Friday, June 26th and extends through 12 am Sunday, June 28th. This is due to … [Read more...] about BVES Notification of Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff This Week