We can expect more drift smoke in our area today (September 1), given the number of wildfires in southern California. Though there are no fires in our immediate area, the Oak Glen Fire continues to burn, at now roughly 1,100 acres, though has not resulted in a closure of Highway 38; there is also now the Pendleton Fire, which started in the Yucaipa area yesterday afternoon. The … [Read more...] about Southern California Wildfires Bring Drift Smoke to Big Bear Valley, Prompt Increased Restrictions on San Bernardino National Forest
County Supervisors and Community Services District Adjourn Regular Meetings Until After Labor Day
The Board of Supervisors for San Bernardino County, which generally meets on each Tuesday morning, will not be meeting today. County Supervisors have also canceled their September 8 meeting, which falls the day after Labor Day, so the next meeting of the County Board will be on Tuesday, September 15, with public session scheduled to begin at 10am. County Supervisors meetings … [Read more...] about County Supervisors and Community Services District Adjourn Regular Meetings Until After Labor Day
Increased Fire Restrictions on the San Bernardino National Forest, Effective September 1; No Wood or Charcoal Fires on the Forest
Due to the hot, dry weather and high fire activity in southern California, the San Bernardino National Forest will have increased fire restrictions, effective September 1 (tomorrow). Per Forest Supervisor Jeanne Wade Evans, “We’re asking for the public’s help in protecting the forest from the threat of wildland fires during these harsh weather conditions. Our ultimate goal is … [Read more...] about Increased Fire Restrictions on the San Bernardino National Forest, Effective September 1; No Wood or Charcoal Fires on the Forest
“Taking Care of Yourself First” Is Tuesday’s Topic in Fourth Session of Alzheimer’s Education Series
“Taking Care of Yourself First”—this is tomorrow’s topic in the fourth free session of the Alzheimer’s Education Series, being offered by the Visiting Nurse Association of the Inland Counties. Tuesday’s Alzheimer’s Education Series is available to seniors and caregivers, and is being presented at the Big Bear Senior Center, located at 42651 Big Bear Boulevard, from 1 to 3pm. … [Read more...] about “Taking Care of Yourself First” Is Tuesday’s Topic in Fourth Session of Alzheimer’s Education Series