Big Bear, Ca, December 30, 2010, 12:00pm - The Breakthrough Task Force, a coalition of local residents concerned about the problems that result from alcohol and drug use, encourages all local alcohol-related businesses to do their part to promote safety during the holidays, and the whole year through. They also remind everyone celebrating this holiday season, to CELEBRATE … [Read more...] about Breakthrough Task Force Encourages Responsible Alcohol Consumption
Roads/Travel
Drive Safe This Holiday Week
Big Bear, Ca, December 29, 2010, 12:00pm - Current road conditions are as follows. R2 Chain restrictions are in effect, which means all two wheel drive vehicles are required to have chains or cables on in the Big Bear Valley, and on all roads leading on and off the mountain. Highway 18 through Lucerne Valley, or Highway 38 through Mentone are the best routes to take off the … [Read more...] about Drive Safe This Holiday Week
Highway 18 (Front Grade) Has Re-Opened: Expect Delays
Big Bear, Ca, December 23, 2010, 12:00pm - Highway 18 the front grade has reopened, however the 330 that connects Big Bear with the freeways off the mountain is still closed. Travelers can take Highway 18 the entire way up or down the mountain through Lake Arrowhead. While part of the front grade has opened, there will be delays as flagging will be taking place at various … [Read more...] about Highway 18 (Front Grade) Has Re-Opened: Expect Delays
HIGHWAY 18 CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
San Bernardino Mountains, Ca, December 20, 2010, 5:00pm - According to Public Information Officer for Cal Trans, Terri Kasinga, Highway 18, the front grade, is closed from the Big Bear Dam to Green Valley Lake, due to a large amount of rocks and mud in the roadway. Highway 18 will remained closed for the duration of the storm, which is undetermined at this time. Use alternate … [Read more...] about HIGHWAY 18 CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
City Responding To Flooding In The Valley
Big Bear, Ca, December 20, 2010, 4:00pm - The City of Big Bear Lake has all hands on deck as they help the Big Bear Valley with the large amount of rain we have received. Currently city crews are working on cleaning drains and culverts to allow water to drain more effectively. City plows are also pushing water on Big Bear Blvd towards drains to help clear the water out. City … [Read more...] about City Responding To Flooding In The Valley