Big Bear News - San Bernardino, Calif— San Bernardino National Forest officials will extend staffing for fire personnel this weekend in anticipation of record breaking heat and visitor levels. Schedules will be augmented to 24-hour shifts in case a fire begins overnight. Extra personnel, including an engine strike team and a hot shot crew, will additionally be pre-positioned … [Read more...] about Firefighters Prepare for Busy, Sweltering Holiday Weekend
Search Results for: Fire & Safety
CAL FIRE Increases Staffing for Extreme Fire Danger Conditions
Big Bear, CA - CAL FIRE firefighters are staffing up and preparing for the forecasted extreme fire weather across California. The National Weather Service has issued red flag warnings and fire weather watches for areas of northern, central and southern California. This will likely be the strongest offshore wind event so far this season. “With some of the most destructive and … [Read more...] about CAL FIRE Increases Staffing for Extreme Fire Danger Conditions
Expected Wind Event May Necessitate Public Safety Power Shutoff
Big Bear, CA - Wildfires are more destructive and deadlier than in the past, and the threat of wildfires is more prevalent throughout the state and calendar year. The overall pattern shows the emerging effects of climate change in our daily lives. Throughout the year, the California Public Utilities Commission works with CalFire and the Office of Emergency Services to … [Read more...] about Expected Wind Event May Necessitate Public Safety Power Shutoff
The Public Will Decide the Big Bear Fire Department Future
Big Bear Lake - The process to fund the growing needs of the Big Bear Valley’s fire service has taken the next step to get the measure on the March 3, 2020 ballot at the recent Fire Board meeting. The Fire Board unanimously voted to approve two resolutions that declare the intention to form a Community Facilities District (CFD) which allows a wide range of taxation methods … [Read more...] about The Public Will Decide the Big Bear Fire Department Future
San Bernardino County Fire Implements Red Flag Community Notification System
Big Bear, CA - As Santa Ana winds and the possibility of wildfires loom on the horizon, San Bernardino County Fire Department has implemented some important programs to keep the county safe. To promote Wildfire Readiness within San Bernardino County, SBCoFD has implemented the Red Flag Community Notification Program. When conditions for extreme fire danger arise and the … [Read more...] about San Bernardino County Fire Implements Red Flag Community Notification System