Big Bear Lake, CA, April 5, 2013 - On Saturday, April 06, 2013 at 10:41 a.m., sheriff’s dispatch received a call of a plane down in Big Bear. The plane went down (in what was probably more of a hard landing) near the south shore line. Several passengers were able to exit the plane and two of them have minor injuries. Deputies and medical aid are on scene. No further … [Read more...] about Bumpy plane landing results in minor injuries
Fire/Safety
Prescribed Fire Planned Near Angelus Oaks
San Bernardino, CA, April 2, 2013 – Forest Service Fire crews are planning to burn about 120 acres as part of the Angelus Oaks Fuel Reduction project. Weather conditions permitting, firefighters expect the project to last one week, and they’re planning to begin work as early as April 8. The project area is located along Forest Road 1N12 north of Angelus Oaks. Smoke and … [Read more...] about Prescribed Fire Planned Near Angelus Oaks
Arson Suspect Charged
San Bernardino, CA, March 22, 2013 - The man suspected of starting five wildfires yesterday in Waterman Canyon, Jaried Escobedo, has been charged with arson and bail set at $250,000. The fires in Waterman Canyon above San Bernardino were quickly knocked down Thursday afternoon by firefighters. The suspect, 27-year-old Jaried Escobedo of San Bernardino was treated for injuries … [Read more...] about Arson Suspect Charged
Waterman Canyon Fires
San Bernardino, CA, March 21, 2013 - Five suspicious fires in Waterman Canyon above San Bernardino were quickly knocked down Thursday afternoon and a suspect has been taken into custody. Initially, it was unclear what charges Jaried Escobedo will face. The 27-year-old from San Bernardino was treated for injuries he sustained when he was trying to evade police. There were plans … [Read more...] about Waterman Canyon Fires
Pile Burning Today
Seven Oaks, CA, March 20, 2013 - Smoke may be visible today (Wednesday, March 20) near Glass Road and Highway 38. The US Forest service wants the public to know that pile and debris burning will take place today, so you may see smoke in the area. … [Read more...] about Pile Burning Today