Big Bear Valley - Big Bear News - The morning of September 18, 2025, began with a deceptive calm in Big Bear City. Locals sipped coffee under gray skies, unaware that the mountains were about to roar. By early afternoon, the National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for San Bernardino County. Radar showed a strong thunderstorm over Highland, moving north at 25 mph, … [Read more...] about Thunderstruck in the San Bernardino Mountains
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Power Outage Disrupts Big Bear Valley: Crews Respond Swiftly to Prevent Fire Risk
Big Bear Lake, CA — Big Bear News - August 24, 2025 - A widespread power outage swept across Big Bear Valley on Saturday afternoon after a tree wire overheated and melted, triggering electrical arcing and prompting immediate action from Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES). The outage affected most of the valley, leaving homes, businesses, and weekend events temporarily in the … [Read more...] about Power Outage Disrupts Big Bear Valley: Crews Respond Swiftly to Prevent Fire Risk
Heavy Citations Issued for Violators in the Gold Fire Forest Closure Areas
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The San Bernardino National Forest Service is reminding the public that Gold Fire Forest Closures are in place resulting in heavy fines for violators.. Over the past few days, firefighters have had to stop fire operations in the John Bull trail area numerous times due to people ignoring the Gold Fire Forest Closure orders. Law enforcement … [Read more...] about Heavy Citations Issued for Violators in the Gold Fire Forest Closure Areas
Smoke Visible from the “Gold Fire” in Holcomb Valley with Continuing Updates
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Monday, August 11, 2025 - The Gold Fire has not grown and is holding at 1069 acres and now at 48% containment. There is a reduction in acreage due to better mapping. Crews in the north, northeastern portion of Marble Canyon will continue working on hazard assessment and mitigation plans. Helicopters will continue to assist with hot spots and flare … [Read more...] about Smoke Visible from the “Gold Fire” in Holcomb Valley with Continuing Updates
Big Bear Lake’s Most Popular Trail Upgraded
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA — July 10, 2025 - Big Bear Lake’s most popular trail just got a major upgrade! The brand-new Castle Rock Trailhead Parking Lot is officially open at the corner of Big Bear Boulevard and Talbot Drive. No permits, no fees—just easier access and safer parking for hikers and nature lovers. After nearly a decade in planning and construction … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake’s Most Popular Trail Upgraded