Mentone, CA, June 28, 2013 - The Mill Fire is up to at least 200 acres near the Mill Creek Ranger Station. Some structures have been lost in Mentone and evacuations are in effect there; there is no threat to the Big Bear Valley. Motorists are allowed out of Big Bear via Highway 38, but should expect delays at the bottom of the mountain due to traffic detours. The fire is … [Read more...] about Mill Fire at 200+ Acres
Fire/Safety
Crews Fight “Mill Fire” off Highway 38 (Corrected)
San Bernardino National Forest, CA, June 28, 2013 - At around 2:00 p.m. Friday, the CHP reported a fire on a hillside near the junction of Route 38 and Bryant Street. Official say there are no threats to homes or the forest at this time, but Caltrans reports there is a closure from Garnet Road to Bryant Street in Mentone. Motorists are still allowed to travel down the mountain … [Read more...] about Crews Fight “Mill Fire” off Highway 38 (Corrected)
With Increased Fire Risk, More Responsibility
San Bernardino National Forest, CA, June 27, 2013 - From a fire danger perspective, Big Bear has gotten a one-two punch this year: a winter of lower-than-average snowfall followed by a hot summer with below average rainfall. Accordingly, the U.S. Forest Service is increasing fire use restrictions on the San Bernardino National Forest as of tomorrow. Most forest wildfires are … [Read more...] about With Increased Fire Risk, More Responsibility
Curbside Chipping Ends; Defensible Space Still Crucial
Big Bear Valley, CA, June 25, 2013 - During the free Curbside Vegetation Chipping Program that began in 2005, several thousand tons of vegetation were collected and chipped each year. While the program has ended along with its funding, there is still work to be done on private property. Residents and property owners are still highly encouraged to continue with their efforts … [Read more...] about Curbside Chipping Ends; Defensible Space Still Crucial
Hathaway Fire Drift Smoke Visible Again Today in Big Bear
Morongo Indian Reservation, June 11, 2013 - As the Hathaway Fire continues to burn, southwest winds will carry drift smoke into the Big Bear Valley again today. The Hathaway Fire began last Sunday on the Morongo Indian Reservation and continues to burn in rugged terrain making it difficult for firefighters. The fire has grown to 1,650 acres since it began. Hand crews have … [Read more...] about Hathaway Fire Drift Smoke Visible Again Today in Big Bear