Big Bear, CA - On Saturday, October 21st, the Southern California Mountains Foundation and San Bernardino National Forest held a dedication ceremony to celebrate 90 years of service for the Keller Peak Fire Lookout Tower. The Fire Lookout is located on the top of Keller Peak Road in Running Springs, CA and is managed by volunteers as one of the six volunteer programs of the … [Read more...] about Keller Peak Fire Lookout Celebrates 90 Years of Service
Fire/Safety
It’s Stachetoberfest in the Village
Big Bear Lake, CA - Who has the Saltiest Mustache in town? Come to Stachetoberfest 2017 and vote for the best mustaches grown for fun and a great cause! Big Bear Professional Firefighters’ Association, Local 935, hosts this annual fundraiser on Thursday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the new Oakside Restaurant in the Village. Show up and show off your best mustache in the … [Read more...] about It’s Stachetoberfest in the Village
California First Responder Day Event to Be Held at Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Running Springs, CA - The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council and State Senator Mike Morrell invite the community to participate in a day of recognition for local emergency personnel at the inaugural California First Responder Day at Snow Valley Mountain Resort. First responders and their families, as well as the community, are encouraged to attend this special event. There will … [Read more...] about California First Responder Day Event to Be Held at Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Personal Emergency Transmitter Leads to Rescue of Hiker
Mt. Baldy, CA - On Sunday, September 3rd, San Bernardino County Dispatch received notification from the International Emergency Response Coordination Center about a subject that was in distress in the San Bernardino Mountains near Mt. Baldy. The I.E.R.C.C. monitor personal emergency transmitters often carried by hikers, which allow them to send distress signals that can include … [Read more...] about Personal Emergency Transmitter Leads to Rescue of Hiker
Hoist Rescue Required for Hiker at Castle Rock
Big Bear Lake, CA - On Monday, August 28, 60 year old Anna Fay Hannah, a visitor from Texas, was hiking in the Big Bear area at Castle Rock. While hiking, she fell and sustained a non-life threatening injury. She was unable to hike out of the area and called 911 for help. Big Bear Fire personnel arrived at the scene and began hiking to her. Fire personnel were assisted by a … [Read more...] about Hoist Rescue Required for Hiker at Castle Rock