Ushering in Earth Day tonight will be the annual Lyrid meteor shower, which takes place each April but is said to be particularly visible in the coming nights. The Lyrids have been observed for 2600 years but, according to astronomers, should be most visible after midnight and into the pre-dawn hours both tonight and tomorrow. These meteor showers are best viewed away from … [Read more...] about Lyrid Meteor Shower to Usher in Earth Day; Meteors Should Be Especially Visible in Coming Nights
Snow/Weather
Monday Afternoon Sunshine Results in Big Bear’s Warmest Temperature for 2009
If it feels exceptionally warm out there, that’s because today (April 20) is indeed the warmest day of 2009 here in the Big Bear Valley. Today’s high topped out at 69.9º--as compared to our coolest day of the year, just two months ago, when we hit –1.8º on February 19. The lake temperature, per the Big Bear Lake Municipal Water District, is averaging 45º this week. Sunrise over … [Read more...] about Monday Afternoon Sunshine Results in Big Bear’s Warmest Temperature for 2009
Running Springs Family Spends Night Out in the Elements; Sheriff’s Helicopter Retrieves the Five and Brings Them to Big Bear
If you think it’s brisk out there today, imagine having to spend the night in these elements, which included snow and plenty of wind overnight. The Mancini family of Running Springs did just this, when an off-roading adventure off Highway 330 yesterday afternoon went awry. Jerry Mancini, wife Nicole, 4-year-old son Vinny, and cousin Nick had been off-roading in their truck … [Read more...] about Running Springs Family Spends Night Out in the Elements; Sheriff’s Helicopter Retrieves the Five and Brings Them to Big Bear
Strong Winds Expected Through Tonight; High Wind Warning In Effect Until 11am Wednesday
The winds are strong today (April 15), and already we have received wind gusts over 45 miles per hour here in the Big Bear Valley. The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for our area, and this remains in effect until 11am today. Given this High Wind Warning, gusts up to 65 miles per hour are possible. Beyond this morning, the High Wind Warning is reduced to … [Read more...] about Strong Winds Expected Through Tonight; High Wind Warning In Effect Until 11am Wednesday
Wind Advisory in Place Through Wednesday Night; BBHS Track Meet Postponed Due to Winds
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the San Bernardino mountains and nearby deserts; this Wind Advisory is in effect as of this afternoon and until 10pm tonight. Given this advisory, winds up to 35 miles per hour are expected and gusts up to 50 miles per hour may be possible, so use extra caution, especially if driving a high profile vehicle. Because of … [Read more...] about Wind Advisory in Place Through Wednesday Night; BBHS Track Meet Postponed Due to Winds