Big Bear, CA - UPDATE: 4/8/20, 5pm: The County Public Information Officer has addressed the need which has arisen for clarification of the Public Health Order and subsequent guidance issued Tuesday regarding religious services and face coverings. The County acknowledges the manner in which the order and guidance were created and disseminated created unintended consequences and … [Read more...] about Public Health Officer Orders Face Coverings and Electronic Only Religious Services
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SNF Unit Moves to YMCA Camp Oakes
Big Bear, CA - In response to the potential need for expansion and to keep residents of the Skilled Nursing Facility safe, John Friel, CEO of the Bear Valley Community Healthcare District, tells Kbear that the hospital will be moving the SNF department to the YMCA Camp Oakes until further notice. After many weeks of planning, the move is expected to take place on Friday, April … [Read more...] about SNF Unit Moves to YMCA Camp Oakes
I Have Coronavirus
Big Bear, CA - The time has come to announce that we have the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the Big Bear Valley. I, Rick Herrick, KBHR General Manager and Mayor of the City of Big Bear Lake, was tested after a week of self quarantine following, with what has felt like, a bout with the flu. The results concluded that I’ve contracted the coronavirus, perhaps the first … [Read more...] about I Have Coronavirus
Tap Water Is Safe To Consume
Big Bear, CA - The Big Bear Lake Department of Water and Power advises residents that it is safe to use and drink water from the tap as usual as COVID-19 is not present in drinking water supplies. Sierra Orr, Water Conservation and Public Information Supervisor for the DWP, has stated that according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, America’s drinking water supplies … [Read more...] about Tap Water Is Safe To Consume
BVCHD Addresses COVID-19 Concerns
Big Bear, CA - In a statement released by John Friel, CEO for the Bear Valley Community Healthcare District, Mr. Friel addressed the concerns of our community about the risk of exposure to COVID-19. As of Sunday, March 15th, there had been one confirmed case of coronavirus in San Bernardino County. BVCHD is monitoring the coronavirus outbreak and is working closely with local … [Read more...] about BVCHD Addresses COVID-19 Concerns