by KBHR NEWS
Fire/Safety
Thunder Storms Spark Many Small Lightning Induced Fires Around Big Bear
Big Bear Lake, CA, August 27, 2011, 4:00pm - As a result of the thunderstorm activity in Big Bear Valley this afternoon, lightning strikes started several small fires. Chon Bribiescas at the US Forest Service told Big Bear News that three super scoopers are working on a small fire about three acres in size near forest service road 1N54 and 1N04. The fire is near Clark’s Grade, … [Read more...] about Thunder Storms Spark Many Small Lightning Induced Fires Around Big Bear
Ken & Glass Fire’s Contained
Big Bear, Ca, August 25, 2011, 12:00pm - Two fires that started this week have been contained. The first started on Monday in the Cajon pass area, known as the Ken Fire, which prompted a closure of interstate 15 in both directions for a brief period. According to the US Forest Service, during the height of the battle, over 600 firefighters consisting of fire engines, hand … [Read more...] about Ken & Glass Fire’s Contained
Be Fire Wise When Out In The Woods
Big Bear, Ca, August 24, 2011, 12:00pm - A few small fires have started in the last few days including a fire off of the I-15 freeway in the Cajon Pass known as the Ken fire, a small 1 ½ acre fire in Waterman Canyon, and a car fire on Highway 18. The US Forest Service is reminding residents and visitors that now is the time of year when motorists, and outdoor enthusiasts need … [Read more...] about Be Fire Wise When Out In The Woods