Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - A residential structure fire was reported on Yosemite Drive in Moonridge at approximately 2:35 a.m., on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a two-story, single-family home well involved on the side of the house near the chimney stack. Through a swift fire attack, fire personnel were able to quickly extinguish the fire. … [Read more...] about Residential Structure Fire in Big Bear
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Text to 9-1-1 When Voice Doesn’t Work
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Over the past several days, the Big Bear Valley has experienced inclement weather. During these times, cellular service could be interrupted. The Big Bear Fire Department would like to remind you that often times you can text to 9-1-1, when placing a phone call does not work. Use 911 as the phone number, type your message, and hit send. Your … [Read more...] about Text to 9-1-1 When Voice Doesn’t Work
Prescribed Burning in Big Bear Valley
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Fire crews continue prescribed burning operations today, creating safe spaces for firefighters to be placed between communities and natural areas should a wildfire occur. Prescribed burning will take place between Erwin Lake and Lake Williams. Smoke may be visible. … [Read more...] about Prescribed Burning in Big Bear Valley
Residential Structure Fire in Big Bear City
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - A residential structure fire was reported on E Barker Blvd in Big Bear City at approximately 2:35 p.m., on Friday, March 5, 2021. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a residential structure with smoke visible from the front as well as smoke and flames from the rear of the structure. The resident of the house was able to self-evacuate with no … [Read more...] about Residential Structure Fire in Big Bear City
Scott Howes promoted to Deputy Fire Chief
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. -- San Bernardino National Forest officials have welcomed Scott Howes as the Forest's new Deputy Fire Chief. Chief Howes, who has served the public with the U.S. Forest Service for 34 years, was most recently the Division Chief for the Front Country Ranger District. Chief Howes started his career on the San Bernardino National Forest in 1987, … [Read more...] about Scott Howes promoted to Deputy Fire Chief