This week is Fire Prevention Week, and our local fire departments are teaming with the National Fire Protection Association to urge residents to “Stay Fire Smart! Don’t Get Burned,” which is the theme of this year’s campaign. To that end, local fire agencies recommend the following simple safety rules: keep hot foods and liquids away from table and counter edges so they cannot … [Read more...] about October 4-10 Is Fire Prevention Week: “Stay Fire Smart! Don’t Get Burned”
Fire/Safety
City of Big Bear Lake’s Free Curbside Chipping Program Wraps for Season on October 15
The City of Big Bear Lake’s free curbside chipping program wraps this month, but residents still have two weekends to finish clearing overgrown and dead vegetation from properties in an effort to clear defensible space and make residences more fire-safe. All calls to the chipping line, and all piles to the curbside, must be done by Thursday, October 15 to assure pickup before … [Read more...] about City of Big Bear Lake’s Free Curbside Chipping Program Wraps for Season on October 15
County’s Flu Shot Clinic Comes to Big Bear on Monday
With flu season upon us, the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health recommends seasonal flu shots, particularly for children (ages six months and older), individuals over 50 years of age, pregnant women, those with chronic medical conditions, caregivers, and those who live in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. The Health Department will be offering the … [Read more...] about County’s Flu Shot Clinic Comes to Big Bear on Monday
Mountain-Area Fire Agencies Participate in Fire Training Scenario; Are You Ready to Go in Case of Emergency?
Mountain-area fire agencies and law enforcement personnel are readying for fire, especially in light of the potential for fire conditions given recent weather. On Tuesday, the San Bernardino County Fire Department, the Crest Forest Fire District, the Running Springs Fire Department, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department – Twin Peaks Station, and the Arrowhead-area … [Read more...] about Mountain-Area Fire Agencies Participate in Fire Training Scenario; Are You Ready to Go in Case of Emergency?
Moonridge and Fawnskin Residents Sought for Commission Appointments
The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District has an opening on their Advisory Commission, for which residents of the Moonridge area are encouraged to apply, to fill the post formerly held by Don Allen on a term that extends through January 2012. Applicants should be registered voters, living full-time in the Moonridge area and available for Rec and Park Commission meetings, … [Read more...] about Moonridge and Fawnskin Residents Sought for Commission Appointments