According to CalTrans in the noon hour, there have been a couple of avalanches in the Arctic Circle area, just west of the Big Bear Dam, and this has prompted the closure of Highway 18, west of Big Bear Lake to the Snow Valley area. So, Highway 18 down the front grade to Highway 330 is closed due to avalanche snow on the road. Motorists who were already on this portion of the … [Read more...] about More Avalanches Prompt Closure of Highway 18’s Arctic Circle, West of Dam
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Weather Advisories for Monday, February 16
A Flash Flood Watch is in effect through this afternoon. Flash flooding is a potentially dangerous situation, so monitor weather forecasts. A Winter Storm Warning continues through midnight, which means significant amounts of snow, sleet and ice are expected. Strong winds are also possible, making travel very hazardous. If you do hit the road, make sure all cell phones are … [Read more...] about Weather Advisories for Monday, February 16
County Advises Mountain Residents to Prepare for Weekend Storms
Given the potential for snow this weekend, starting today and into Monday, the County of San Bernardino advises mountain residents to be prepared, by having water on hand (at least one gallon per person per day) and an ample supply of food, and prescription medications if needed. The County’s Public Works Department notes that snow may take extra time to be cleared from the … [Read more...] about County Advises Mountain Residents to Prepare for Weekend Storms
County Plans Pothole Repair for Big Bear City Streets
Potholes in Big Bear City are going to be repaired, given approval from the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors this week. An expenditure of $56,000 in Proposition 42 funds was approved for the repairing of potholes, pavement rehabilitation and scrub seal for Rainbow Boulevard, Bowles Drive and portions of Valley Boulevard in Big Bear City. There is no date yet for road … [Read more...] about County Plans Pothole Repair for Big Bear City Streets
Snow Removal Continues on Arctic Circle Today; Acosta Hopes to Have Highway 18 Cleared This Afternoon
The front grade of Highway 18 remains closed this morning, from the Big Bear Dam to the Snow Valley area. The A.J. Acosta Company has been clearing snow from Monday’s avalanches since Monday afternoon, and have been working ’round the clock. In a conversation with Andy Acosta this morning, he tells KBHR: “We ran into some safety issues yesterday, because of ledges of snow from … [Read more...] about Snow Removal Continues on Arctic Circle Today; Acosta Hopes to Have Highway 18 Cleared This Afternoon