Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - As the season changes and Californians turn their clocks back an hour, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is urging drivers to be extra alert for wildlife on the state’s roads and highways. Watch out for Wildlife Week happens in late September, and that’s no accident. The time change means fewer daylight hours, and it coincides … [Read more...] about California Drivers Reminded to Watch out for Wildlife
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Big Bear Boulevard Lane Closures
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - UPDATE 9/28 - Lane closures on Big Bear Boulevard, which started Monday, September 27th, will last through Wednesday, September 29, from approximately 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Cienega at the east to Talbot at the west. Lane closures will impact both directions of travel, but there will be at least one lane open at all times. The City of Big Bear … [Read more...] about Big Bear Boulevard Lane Closures
Update on SR-38 Culvert Replacements near Big Bear and Fawnskin
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Caltrans continues work on repairing and replacing various culverts on State Route 38 (SR-38) from Zaca Rd (PM 47.5) to SR-18 near the Big Bear Lake Dam (PM 59.4). Starting September 21, crews will begin paving operations at location areas where culverts have already been installed or repaired. Work will be Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to … [Read more...] about Update on SR-38 Culvert Replacements near Big Bear and Fawnskin
Monsoon Thunder Storms Rumble Leaving Minor Flooding and Several Lightning Tree Fires
Big Bear News - Big Bear Valley, CA: Wind, rain, thunder, hail, lightning causing some tree fires. Power was out for the greater eastern portion of the Big Bear Valley for a period of time. We've been informed that electricity has been restored but if you are still having an issue to call Bear Valley Electric at Toll Free: 1 (800) 808-2837 … [Read more...] about Monsoon Thunder Storms Rumble Leaving Minor Flooding and Several Lightning Tree Fires
Thursday – Full Closure on Greenway Dr.
Big Bear News - Big Bear City, CA - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Fawnskin Maintenance crew will be conducting a crack sealing operation on State Route 18 (SR-18) & State Route 38 (SR-38) in Big Bear City. This work will take place starting Thursday July 8th at 9 a.m. and conclude at 3 p.m. This work will require a hard closure of northbound and … [Read more...] about Thursday – Full Closure on Greenway Dr.