Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - As of Sunday, March 14th, San Bernardino County transitioned from the State’s most restrictive COVID Purple Tier to a more open Red Tier. With movement into the Red Tier, more businesses are now allowed to open for indoor services with some restrictions and modifications in place. The County has been in the Purple Tier since August 2020. … [Read more...] about San Bernardino County Now in the Less Restrictive Red Tier
Text to 9-1-1 When Voice Doesn’t Work
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Over the past several days, the Big Bear Valley has experienced inclement weather. During these times, cellular service could be interrupted. The Big Bear Fire Department would like to remind you that often times you can text to 9-1-1, when placing a phone call does not work. Use 911 as the phone number, type your message, and hit send. Your … [Read more...] about Text to 9-1-1 When Voice Doesn’t Work
Prescribed Burning in Big Bear Valley
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Fire crews continue prescribed burning operations today, creating safe spaces for firefighters to be placed between communities and natural areas should a wildfire occur. Prescribed burning will take place between Erwin Lake and Lake Williams. Smoke may be visible. … [Read more...] about Prescribed Burning in Big Bear Valley
Caltrans Specialists Scale Boulders & Cliffsides to Protect Motorist Safety – Using Courage, Know-How & Explosives!
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Every year Caltrans Maintenance and Geotechnical engineers complete field reviews to assess slopes on state routes for rockfall and other issues that may affect travel in mountainous regions. The safety of the traveling public is the number one priority at Caltrans. Rain, wind, snow, fires and other natural disasters occur throughout the State all … [Read more...] about Caltrans Specialists Scale Boulders & Cliffsides to Protect Motorist Safety – Using Courage, Know-How & Explosives!
Residential Structure Fire in Big Bear City
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - A residential structure fire was reported on E Barker Blvd in Big Bear City at approximately 2:35 p.m., on Friday, March 5, 2021. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a residential structure with smoke visible from the front as well as smoke and flames from the rear of the structure. The resident of the house was able to self-evacuate with no … [Read more...] about Residential Structure Fire in Big Bear City