Holcomb Valley, CA, February 5, 2013 - The US Forest Service will be conducting slash/pile burning in the Holcomb Valley area today beginning at 10am. As a result, smoke may be visible in parts of the Big Bear Valley. … [Read more...] about Slash/Pile Burn Scheduled for Today
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Smoke May Be Visible Near Fawnskin
Fawnskin, CA, January 29, 2013 - The U.S. Forest Service wants the public to know that scheduled pile burning is taking place today near the Fawnskin Ranger Station. As a result, smoke may be visible throughout Big Bear Valley, especially along the north shore of Big Bear Lake in the Fawnskin area. … [Read more...] about Smoke May Be Visible Near Fawnskin
Cabin Fire Near Big Bear City Airport
Big Bear City, Ca - January 14, 2013, 11:50 AM - Fire crews of Big Bear Fire responded to a reported fire in the 700 block of West Country Club, just after 11 AM today. As they arrived one small cabin was fully engulfed and a second cabin next door was also involved. A lot of smoke was seen throughout the Big Bear Valley prompting many calls to authorities The proximity to … [Read more...] about Cabin Fire Near Big Bear City Airport
Christmas Tree Safety Tips
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
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