San Bernardino, CA, December 18, 2012 - The San Bernardino County Fire Department and all of us here at K-BEAR would like to remind you of the following natural Christmas tree safety tips. If you use a natural tree, make a fresh 1-inch cut at the base to open up pores clogged by sap. The fresh cut surface should be creamy-white so that the tree will be able to drink water. For … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Safety Tips
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Home Heating Fire Safety Tips
Big Bear Valley, CA, December 13, 2012 - As the temperatures drop during the winter months, local fire agencies want to suggest some safety tips that can help reduce the risk of home heating fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, nearly half of all home-heating fires occur during the winter months. You can reduce the likelihood of having a home heating … [Read more...] about Home Heating Fire Safety Tips
Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips
Big Bear Valley, CA, November 21, 2012, 6am – The U.S. Fire Administration has issued a special report that examines the characteristics of Thanksgiving Day Fires in Residential Buildings. According to the report, an estimated 2,000 Thanksgiving Day fires in residential buildings occur annually in the United States, resulting in an estimated average of 5 deaths, 25 injuries … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips
“Headlight” Signs To Be Removed From Highway 18
Big Bear Lake, CA, November 12, 2012 - The “Daytime headlight section” signs recently installed on State Route 18 are being removed. A Caltrans spokesperson stated that although some mountain residents would like to see the signs remain in place, others have concerns about the cost of a citation and the impact on visitors who might not know about the use of headlights. The nine … [Read more...] about “Headlight” Signs To Be Removed From Highway 18
Devore Fire 100% Contained
San Bernardino, CA, November 6, 2012, 6:30pm - Firefighters have contained the Devore Fire as of 6pm on Tuesday November 6, 2012. Fire crews will continue to improve fire control lines around the perimeter of the fire area and knock down hot spots within the fire area. Caltrans crews replaced damaged guardrails along the southbound lanes of Interstate 15. All lanes on … [Read more...] about Devore Fire 100% Contained