Big Bear, CA - Update: The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) District 8 is pleased to announce that the winter preparation maintenance work on State Route 18 (SR- 18) in the “Arctic Circle” will be completed one week ahead of schedule. The work will be finished on Thursday, October 19 at 4:00 p.m. Caltrans crews have spent the last three weeks performing … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Arctic Circle Winter Prep Work, Completed Early
Snow/Weather
It’s Hot Dawgz and Handrails Time Again
Big Bear, CA - The forecast at Bear Mountain on Saturday, Sept. 23, calls for 100 percent chance of snow, groomed to perfection for the 14th annual Hot Dawgz & Hand Rails. One of the most influential and innovative events in the snowboarding industry, some of the world's best riders will be competing on a one-of-a-kind rail jam course designed and built by Bear … [Read more...] about It’s Hot Dawgz and Handrails Time Again
Spring Snow in Big Bear
Big Bear, CA - Mother Nature did not disappoint and gave us her usual spring snow yesterday with a couple inches of the white stuff accumulating. The snowfall was off and on throughout the day yesterday and at times was falling quite heavily. There's a reason the long-timers remind us to not plant our gardens till after Mother's Day. … [Read more...] about Spring Snow in Big Bear
Forest Falls Area Landslide
UPDATE: Due to the potential for incoming weather to impact the volatile landslide at Forest Falls, the Bear Valley Unified School District has made the decision to close Fallsvale Elementary School for Friday, February 17th. Authorities are closely monitoring a landslide in the area of Forest Falls which began sliding on Thursday. According to the San Bernardino … [Read more...] about Forest Falls Area Landslide
Caltrans Signals “Get Prepared for the Next Storm”
During winter storm conditions, motorists should anticipate unexpected delays and closures. Caltrans strives to reduce the frequency and the length of unplanned closures on state highways. The following tips will assist you in making your winter driving experience safe and pleasant: Allow enough time for your trip. Be observant of everything around … [Read more...] about Caltrans Signals “Get Prepared for the Next Storm”