With rain expected in our area today (October 13), the National Weather Service has also issued a Flash Flood Watch, which should serve as a precaution for those living in and below burned areas as there is a threat of mudslides and debris flow. Moderate to heavy rainfall is also possible in portions of the San Bernardino mountains, and the storm will also generate strong, … [Read more...] about National Weather Service Issues Flash Flood Watch; Winds and Fog Possible in the Mountains Today
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New Jersey Institute of Technology Celebrates Installation of Big Bear Solar Observatory’s New Solar Telescope, the Largest in the World
The Big Bear Solar Observatory is an iconic image on Big Bear Lake, yet it is also an internationally recognized facility, boasting the largest solar telescope in the world. Over the last year, an international team of experts has been assembling the solar aperture telescope, which boasts an 1.6 meter mirror, under the direction of astrophysicist Dr. Phil Goode. On October 3, … [Read more...] about New Jersey Institute of Technology Celebrates Installation of Big Bear Solar Observatory’s New Solar Telescope, the Largest in the World
More Winds and Low Relative Humidity Expected; National Weather Service Issues Red Flag Warning, Given Critical Fire Conditions
It’s October and last night’s temperatures, dropping into the 20s, suggest that we are officially into the fall season. Earlier this week, the National Weather Service had issued a Wind Advisory and a Fire Weather Watch; today, a Red Flag Warning is in effect for the San Bernardino mountains, prompted by low relative humidity and northeast winds of 15 to 25 miles per hour, with … [Read more...] about More Winds and Low Relative Humidity Expected; National Weather Service Issues Red Flag Warning, Given Critical Fire Conditions
Fire Weather Watch in Effect for the San Bernardino Mountains
The weather is changing (we even had a little rain yesterday evening), and it’s now feeling like fall in the Big Bear Valley. Yesterday, the National Weather Service had issued a Wind Advisory for our area, and today (September 30) we are under a Fire Weather Watch, which extends through Thursday afternoon. This Fire Weather Watch is prompted by low relative humidity and … [Read more...] about Fire Weather Watch in Effect for the San Bernardino Mountains
Strong Winds and Cooler Temps Expected Tuesday; National Weather Service Issues Wind Advisory for Mountains and Deserts
Today’s temperatures are expected to be considerably lower than over the weekend and also, as of today (September 29), the National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the San Bernardino mountains and surrounding deserts. A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 miles per hour are expected and winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for those in … [Read more...] about Strong Winds and Cooler Temps Expected Tuesday; National Weather Service Issues Wind Advisory for Mountains and Deserts