The San Bernardino National Forest is announcing a temporary closure of National Forest System Roads. This closure is effective from March 18, 2023, at TIME, through June 30, 2023. San Bernardino National Forest explain the the Factors that led to this decision. Significant winter storms in February and March 2023 have resulted in extreme snowfall on the higher elevation … [Read more...] about San Bernardino National Forest Closing Forest System Roads to Motor Vehicles Through 6/30/2023
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Caltrans Announces Road Openings for Residents
San Bernardino Mountains - Big Bear News - We, Caltrans District 8 will open up certain highway routes to residents only – with no escorts at 4 p.m. on 3/6/23. Routes that will be included are SR-18 (48th in San Bernardino to Snow Valley) SR-38 (Mentone to Big Bear), 189 (entire length), 173 (entire length), and 330 (Highland to Running Springs). SR-138 (173 to 18) under … [Read more...] about Caltrans Announces Road Openings for Residents
Digging out from a Natural Disaster – Avoiding a Financial Disaster
Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear News - San Bernardino County Fire and CalTrans are reporting that efforts are continuing to focus on Highway 38 to get this route open to Big Bear residents first and foremost. County Fire tells KBear that Highway 38 will open sooner than later and they will reevaluate during a meeting scheduled later tonight. Highway 18 between … [Read more...] about Digging out from a Natural Disaster – Avoiding a Financial Disaster
Severe Weather and Safety Advisement
The San Bernardino Mountain areas are expecting heavy rain and snow beginning on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, through Sunday, February 26, 2023. We would like to remind all residents and visitors to be prepared for harsh winter conditions by carrying tire traction devices and extra emergency supplies. Please slow down and be aware the roads will be wet and icy. California … [Read more...] about Severe Weather and Safety Advisement
Manzanita Fire Held to 27 Acres
Update: Big Bear News - Running Springs, CA September 23, 2022: Quick response resulted in holding the Manzanita Fire to 27 acres Big Bear News - Running Springs, CA September 23, 2022: At approximately 3:35 PM, San Bernardino National Forest firefighters responded to an initial vegetation fire at the Southeast of Keller Peak by Forest Service Road 1N09 and approximately … [Read more...] about Manzanita Fire Held to 27 Acres