Big Bear, Ca, September 26, 2011, 11:00am - Motorists, especially those that utilize Highway 38 for their daily commute will be happy to know that required repairs to Highway 38 are in the final stages today. The highway was has been closed since last Tuesday after an oil tanker overturned on 38, resulting in a fuel spill that released approximately 6,000 gallons of gasoline … [Read more...] about Highway 38 Scheduled To Reopen In Time For Tuesday Morning Traffic!
Fire/Safety
Santa Ana Wind Season Brings Heightened Fire Awareness
San Bernardino, CA, September 23, 2011, 3:00pm - The extreme fire hazard potential that exists across San Bernardino County and the Inland Empire grows with the arrival of the Santa Ana winds. The “Devil Winds” as they are known, race through Southern California primarily during the months of October through December. However, it’s not unusual to experience Santa Ana winds as … [Read more...] about Santa Ana Wind Season Brings Heightened Fire Awareness
Highway 38 Will Remain Closed Through The Weekend
Big Bear, Ca, September 22, 2011, 3:00pm - Highway 38 remains closed east of Angelus Oaks as a result of an oil tanker overturning earlier this week, resulting in over 6,000 gallons of fuel being spilt on the roadway. According to Cal Trans, Highway 38 is set to remain closed this weekend, and no reopen date has been set at this time. The reason for the prolonged closure … [Read more...] about Highway 38 Will Remain Closed Through The Weekend
Overturned Oil Tanker Closes Highway 38
Big Bear, Ca, September 20, 2011, 8:30am - On September 19, at approximately 10:20 p.m., a fuel tanker filled with approximately 9000 gallons of gasoline overturned on Highway 38 approximately two miles east of Angelus Oaks. According to Cal Trans and the California Highway Patrol approximately 8,300 gallons of fuel has spilled into the surrounding area and Highway 38 is … [Read more...] about Overturned Oil Tanker Closes Highway 38
Big Bear Sheriff’s Station and CHP Had a Busy Weekend
Big Bear, Ca, September 19, 2011, 4:00pm - The California Highway Patrol, and the Big Bear Lake Sheriffs Department were both very busy this past weekend in Big Bear. On Sunday a Hell’s Angels event was held at Chad’s Place in the village, bringing motorcycle clubs up to Big Bear from across California. According to a representative from the Big Bear Sheriffs Department not … [Read more...] about Big Bear Sheriff’s Station and CHP Had a Busy Weekend