There had been a report of a fire off Highway 330 in the 8am hour today. Firefighting crews from both the San Bernardino County Fire Department and the U.S. Forest Service responded to the calls indicating there was smoke in the area near the lower passing lane, though the good news is that this turned out to be a false alarm. So, once again, no fire off Highway 330 this … [Read more...] about Report of Fire Off Highway 330 Thursday Morning Turns Out to Be False Alarm
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Single Vehicle Collision Into Mountainside Results in Arrest; Off-Duty Officers Assist in Incident
A single vehicle traffic collision on Highway 330 last week resulted in the arrest of a 29-year-old Santa Fe Springs man, according to a report issued by the California Highway Patrol. On Thursday, March 19 at about 10:10pm, the 29-year-old was driving his minivan, when it struck the mountainside just north of 330’s middle passing lane and landed on its side. The driver … [Read more...] about Single Vehicle Collision Into Mountainside Results in Arrest; Off-Duty Officers Assist in Incident
Despite Yesterday’s Three Inches of Snow, No Chain Requirements in Place on Mountain Roads Today
Though we received about three inches of snow on Sunday (March 22), the third day of spring, roads have been cleared and there are no longer any chain requirements in place on roads to and from the Big Bear Valley. According to California Highway Patrol Officer Gary Fernandez this morning, “There are still some icy patches on the road, especially in the shady areas. So, just … [Read more...] about Despite Yesterday’s Three Inches of Snow, No Chain Requirements in Place on Mountain Roads Today
A High Wind Warning Remains in Effect Until 6AM Monday
A rapidly moving Pacific storm has brought very strong west winds to local mountains and deserts. Localized gusts of over 70mph are possible, potentially breaking tree limbs or causing property damage. Driving will be especially difficult in high profile vehicles. … [Read more...] about A High Wind Warning Remains in Effect Until 6AM Monday
Wednesday Meetings Include RTAC, BBARWA, BVUSD; Dr. Eads Returns to BBARWA Board for Time Being
There are a number of public meetings taking place today, the first of which is the Regional Traffic Advisory Committee. The RTAC meeting begins at 9:30am at the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce offices at 630 Bartlett Road in the Village. The Governing Board of the Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency, which generally meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month, will instead … [Read more...] about Wednesday Meetings Include RTAC, BBARWA, BVUSD; Dr. Eads Returns to BBARWA Board for Time Being