Big Bear, CA - Algae blooms are a natural and annual occurrence in many bodies of water throughout the country. They have become a national story line in recent weeks, but according the Big Bear Municipal Water District, there is little to no toxicity in the water of Big Bear Lake and very little indication that a harmful algae bloom is currently occurring in the areas that … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake Algae Update
Man Arrested for Shooting Arrows at Cars
Big Bear, CA - On Sunday, August 18, the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station received a report of a man sitting on the tailgate of a truck, pointing and shooting a bow and arrow into the street and at vehicles in the vicinity of North Sierra Avenue and North Shore Drive in Big Bear City. Deputies arrived and spoke with the man, 37 year old Big Bear City resident, Jathon Musella. Musella … [Read more...] about Man Arrested for Shooting Arrows at Cars
Big Bear Fire Department Emergency Warning Siren Test Outcomes
Big Bear, CA - Big Bear Fire Department conducted its first test of its local emergency warning sirens since they went quiet approximately 10 years ago due to changes in technology and radio frequencies. As a result of the test, problems were identified regarding volume levels and range. In addition, one siren did not activate. With this information, the Department will adjust … [Read more...] about Big Bear Fire Department Emergency Warning Siren Test Outcomes
Big Bear Lake Fishin’ for $50k Winners To Be Drawn
Big Bear Lake, CA – For the past 15 years, SCA Promotions Inc. partnered with the Big Bear Visitors Bureau, now known as Visit Big Bear, to provide the prize contract for the Fishin’ for 50k Trout Tournament. The company runs the tagged fish portion of the tournament which includes tag numbering and winning number selections. This year, SCA made a mistake in preparing the … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake Fishin’ for $50k Winners To Be Drawn
Car Fire On Highway 18 Causes Minor Brush Fire
Big Bear City, CA - At approximately 6:52 am on Thursday, August 22, 2019, fire crews responded to a report of a traffic collision resulting in a vegetation fire on Highway 18 near Holcomb Valley Road. Upon arrival, crews found a rollover accident of a single vehicle on fire that spread to nearby vegetation. Interim Battalion Chief Luke Wagner assumed command of the incident. … [Read more...] about Car Fire On Highway 18 Causes Minor Brush Fire