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| May Van Canyon Fire Contained |
08/28/2010
The fire in May Van Canyon has now been contained with a line around it. All roads are now open including Highway 38 and Lake Williams. Helicopter water drops will continue throughout the afternoon.
Remember, this is why we ask that residents be prepared. Be sure to check out the READY! SET! GO! program on this website. This brochure covers everything you need to know about being prepared for any type of incident within Big Bear Valley. |
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 See us at the Convention Center Saturday!
08/26/2010
Big Bear Valley Emergency Preparedness Fair is Saturday at the Convention Center from 10am-3pm. Free Entrance, lots of great information, hosted by Matthew Nielson - Eagle Scout ...
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 Small Vegetation Fire
08/24/2010
The Big Bear City Fire Department responded to a reported vegetation fire on Sunday, August 22, 2010 at around noon, in the open field area just off of Arbor and Paradise. The ...
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 CERT CLASSES Start Monday Night!
08/12/2010
The Big Bear Valley Fire Departments are currently offering Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) courses. This program is designed to train members of the community as ...
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 Xeriscape and Firewise Home Tour a Huge Success!
08/02/2010
The Big Bear Xeriscape / Firewise Home Tour were held on Saturday, July 24, 2010. Over 600 people participated in the free tour and opportunity to learn about drought resistant ...
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 IT'S A QUAKE-UP CALL
07/08/2010
On Wednesday, July 7, 2010, the Borego Springs area experienced a 5.4 magnitude earthquake. As we all know, several major earethquakes have occurred in recent months. If you ...
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 All Personal Fireworks Illegal in Big Bear Valley!
06/28/2010
The Big Bear City Fire Department reminds everyone not to use personal fireworks this coming 4th of July weekend.
Fireworks can be beautiful and they are part of this ...
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 Kathy Davis Set to Retire
06/23/2010
Ambulance Billing Clerk, Kathy Davis is set to retire July 2, 2010. With 20 years of medical billing experience, she leaves the Big Bear City Fire Department with a wealth of ...
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 Small Fire-NO THREAT!
06/22/2010
There is a small brush fire on the ridge above the shooting range on the North Shore. U.S. Forest Service Hot Shot Crews are on scene with helicopter water drops and airplane ...
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 NOW TAKING PAID-CALL FIRE FIGHTER APPLICATIONS
06/22/2010
If you are looking for an exciting way to learn new skills and help your community, this is your opportunity to become a Paid-Call Fire Fighter. You must be 18 years old and in ...
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 The Quest Rally Rolls through Big Bear!
05/03/2010
On Monday May 3, 2010, the Fire Fighters Quest for Burn Survivors visited the Big Bear Valley to collect donations. They arrived via a Mercy Air helicopter at Big Bear City ...
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 Car Wash A HUGE Success!
05/03/2010
The Big Bear City Fire Department held a Car Wash on Saturday, May 1, 2010 to raise funds for the Fire Fighters Quest for Burn Survivors. The Quest provides assistance to men, ...
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 Seeking EMS Accounting Clerk!
04/27/2010
The Big Bear City Fire Department is currently seeking to fill the position of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Accounting Clerk. Interested applicants should go to the main page ...
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 Fawnskin Cabin Burns
04/07/2010
The Big Bear City Fire Department responded to an automatic aid structure fire in Fawnskin on April 7 around midnight. Fire crews arrived on scene to a large inferno. Water to ...
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First Aid Class Offered Saturday
03/30/2010
The Big Bear City Fire Department is offereing an American Heart Association First Aid class on Saturday, April 3, 2010. The cost is $40 per person and the certification is good ...
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 Big Bear City Now Seeing Red
03/16/2010
The Big Bear City Fire Department has recieved a new 2010 Chevrolet Type 1 ambulance. Chief Willis states that the new bright red color is a change for Big Bear City Fire. The ...
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 CPR Life Saver Pins Awarded
03/16/2010
Big Bear City Fire Chief Jeff Willis presented Fire Fighter/Paramedic Dan Nunes and Fire Fighter/EMTs David Tharp and Andrew Crane with a CPR Lifesaver Pin. In October of 2009, ...
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 PCF Badge Pinning Ceremony
03/02/2010
Paid-Call Fire Fighters Mason Perry and James Senecal took their Oath, were sworn in and received their badges from Fire Chief Jeff Willis at March 1, 2010 CSD Board meeting. ...
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 Badge Pinning at Board Meeting
03/02/2010
Paid-Call Fire Fighters David Tharp and Jonathan Bidwell took their Oath, were sworn in, and received their badges from Fire Chief Jeff Willis at 09/21/09 CSD Board meeting. ...
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 SBA Offers Disaster Assistance
02/23/2010
Low-interest disaster loans are now available in California for residents and business owners affected by the severe winter storms that began on January 17, 2010. Click on this ...
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 SURVIVING YET ANOTHER MAJOR EVENT IN BIG BEAR VALLEY
02/23/2010
Big Bear has experienced many major events in the past 20+ years; including a 6.8 earthquake, March Miracle of flooding, wildfire evacuations, and now the heavy snowfall we ...
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 McDaniel Promoted to Engineer
02/03/2010
Paramedic Fire Fighter Jim McDaniel was promoted to the position of Engineer in December 2009. At the CSD Board meeting on Monday, February 1, 2010, Jim was presented with his ...
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 Heavy Snow Conditions (Update Included)
01/28/2010
UPDATE 01/28/10: All Roads to Big Bear are now open with NO chain restrictions. Residential/side roads are nearly all plowed now. Access is still limited due to the amount ...
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 Heavy Winter Storms Expected Throughout the Week
01/19/2010
Anyone watching the news and seeing the weather reports already know that the Big Bear Valley is expecting rain, snow, and/or high winds. The Big Bear City Fire Department is ...
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 H1N1 Free Vaccine Available
01/19/2010
On Monday, January 25, 2010, the Bear Valley Unified School District is hosting an H1N1 FREE Flu Vaccine. Anyone that resides in San Bernardino County over six months of age who ...
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 Fire Fighters Shop with Kids!
12/21/2009
On Monday, December 21, 2009 the Big Bear Valley Fire Agencies provided a shopping spree for over 100 children at KMart. These were kids that are doing well in school and have a ...
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 Stay Off the Ice!
12/17/2009
The Big Bear City Fire Department trained on ice and cold-water rescue in the area of the docks on Stanfield Cutoff.
Fire crews train on a regular basis for the ...
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 Asbestos Awareness Website
12/02/2009
The Big Bear City Fire Department was contacted by the National Awareness Coordinator for the Mesothelioma Center. The Center is campaigning to educate the general public on how ...
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 Winter Heating Safety Tips
11/30/2009
Two separate structure fires occurred over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, causing over $250,000 in damage. Cold temperatures have residents and visitors using their heaters ...
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 Check Out Our Turkey Video and Photo Gallery!
11/19/2009
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is also a good idea to view our "Turkey Frying Video" under "Useful Information." Be sure to read the safety tips in the ...
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 Structure Fire Destroys Family Home
11/10/2009
On Saturday, November 7, 2009, at 11:00 am, the Big Bear City Fire Department responded to numerous 9-1-1 reports of a structure fire in the 46000 block of Forest Hill Drive in ...
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CHIPPER DAYS COMPLETE FOR 2009
10/26/2009
The San Bernardino County Fire Crews have completed all of the curbside chipping areas. They reported that over 530 tons were collected and chipped from 4200 parcels! These are ...
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 OPEN HOUSE A FLIPPIN' SUCCESS!
10/12/2009
The Big Bear City Fire Department hosted the Annual Open House on Saturday, October 10, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m. The Big Bear Lion’s Club provided all of the ...
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 Paradise Training Facility Showcased
10/08/2009
On Monday, October 5, 2009, the BBCCSD Board of Directors and citizen's witnessed a presentation regarding the recently upgraded training facility at the Paradise Maintenance ...
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The Great California ShakeOut!
10/08/2009
At 10:15 a.m. on October 15, 2009 , millions of Californians will “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” in The Great California ShakeOut, the largest earthquake drill ever! Everyone is ...
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Lytle Creek Fire Smoke Visible
10/03/2009
The smoke citizen's can see in Big Bear Valley is from the Lytle Creek Fire. There is no threat to the Big Bear area. Fire Chief Jeff Willis reports that no mountain ...
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 OPEN HOUSE AND PANCAKES!
09/29/2009
The Big Bear City Fire Department will be participating in Fire Prevention Week activities during October 4-10, 2009. The Annual Open House will be on Saturday, October 10, 2009 ...
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 Chipper Days Winding Down in Moonridge
09/22/2009
Update as of 9-22-09: San Bernardino County Chipping Crews are finishing up the Moonridge and Sugarloaf areas. It can take up to three more weeks to finish these areas. Property ...
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 Having Fun at Family Fun Night
09/22/2009
The Big Bear City Fire Department attended the Annual Family Fun Night on September 21, 2009. Hundreds of kids and their families visited our booth and obtained great handouts ...
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 Engineer Cormican's Last Day
09/02/2009
Mike Cormican is a 30-year veteran of the Big Bear City Fire Department. He began his career in 1979 as a Paid-Call Fire Fighter. When the Fire Department went to a 24/7, ...
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 BBCFD at National Night Out
08/05/2009
On Tuesday, August 4, 2009, the Big Bear City Fire Department participated in the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department National Night Out. The new booth and display ...
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 Antique Fire Engine in Old Miner's Parade
08/03/2009
Fire Chief Jeff Willis drove the 1936 REO Fire Engine in the Old Miner’s Parade on Sunday, August 2, 2009. It was an honor to have San Bernardino County Third District Supervisor ...
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 APPLY TODAY FOR PAID-CALL FIRE FIGHTER!
07/13/2009
If you are looking for an exciting way to learn new skills and help your community, this is your opportunity to become a Paid-Call Fire Fighter. You must be 18 years old and in ...
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 Fallen Heroes Memorial Dedication
06/30/2009
On Sunday, June 28, 2009, a dedication ceremony was held to honor the service men and women who have paid the ultimate price for their country. Colonial Richard Speedman had a ...
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Local Fire Agencies Change Dispatch Centers
06/30/2009
Effective July 1, 2009, Desert Communications in Victorville will be closing their doors. Local fire agencies have been working closely with ConFire Joint Powers Authority ...
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 Quest for Burn Survivors Caravans Around Big Bear
06/01/2009
On June 1, 2009, the Fire Fighters Quest for Burn Survivors visited the Big Bear Valley to collect donations. They arrived via a Mercy Air helicopter at Big Bear City Airport to ...
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 Every 15 Minutes Program at BBHS
05/27/2009
The Big Bear Valley Fire agencies teamed up to provide a two car head on collision crash scenario in front of Big Bear High School on May 27, 2009. This program is hosted by the ...
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 Ploense and Morgan Take the Fire Fighter Oath
04/28/2009
At the April 20, 2009 Board Meeting, Paid-Call Fire Fighters Justin Ploense and Tom Morgan were issued the Fire Fighter Oath and their badges. Chief Willis provided the searing ...
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 Three Apprentice Fire Fighters Introduced
04/28/2009
Fire Chief Jeff Willis introduced the three new Apprentice Fire Fighters to the Board of Directors and public. These three young men were hired in April. Each of them were ...
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 Fire Crews Walk for a Cure
04/20/2009
On Saturday, April 18, 2009, staff from Big Bear City Fire Department and the Big Bear City Fire Explorers participated in the MS Walk. A Pancake Breakfast was held to raise ...
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 Pancake Breakfast SATURDAY!
04/08/2009
The Big Bear City Professional Firefighters’ Association will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 11, 2009, from 8:30am-11am. The breakfast planned for this ...
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 The Next Generation of Willis Takes Oath
04/07/2009
Fire Chief Jeff Willis was a proud Dad as he administered the Oath to his son Brandon Willis. Brandon joined the Big Bear City Fire Department in January 2009. Since that time ...
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 Captain Huefner Receives Meritous Award
04/07/2009
Fire Chief Jeff Willis presented Captain Tony Huefner with a San Bernardino County Fire Chief's Association merit award. Captain Huefner was honored as Fire Fighter of the ...
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Tremors Are Good Reminder to be Disaster Prepared
03/25/2009
Swarm of Earthquakes Occur Near Overdue Section of San Andreas Fault
Tremors Are Good Reminder to be Disaster Prepared
A sequence of more than 50 small earthquakes shook an ...
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Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery!
03/25/2009
The Big Bear City Fire Department urges all residents to use the daylight savings time change on Saturday night, March 7, 2009, as a reminder to change the battery in their smoke ...
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KIWANIS AND BBCFD OFFER EMERGENCY BEACON
03/25/2009
Kiwanis International of Big Bear Valley has purchased an important tool for identifying residents that need assistance. It is an Emergency Beacon light bulb. Residents can ...
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 Big Bear City Recognized as Firewise Community
03/25/2009
The Big Bear Community Services District (District), Big Bear City Fire Department has been recognized as a Firewise Communities/USA site by the National Firewise Communities ...
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 Fire Fighter Fluke Saves a Young Life!
02/04/2009
Fire Fighter Justin Fluke was working at the Peppercorn Grille restaurant when a family of five came in and sat down. As Justin made a pass by the table, he noticed something was ...
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 Engineer and Captain Promotions Celebrated
01/20/2009
Two Fire Fighters were promoted to Fire Engineer in January. Matt Fonda and Brian Lambert were pinned with their new badges at the Board Meeting on January 19, 2009. ...
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 Watch What You Heat - Winter Heating Tips
01/05/2009
Cold weather is upon us and with the change in seasons comes the need to warm our homes. When not functioning properly, heating appliances can start a fire or produce carbon ...
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 Captain Lindquist Retires in December
01/05/2009
28 year Big Bear City Fire Department veteran, Captain Duane Lindquist, officially retired at the end of December. The Big Bear City Fire Department is proud to announce a ...
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 Adopt a Fire Hydrant Today!
12/17/2008
The Big Bear City Fire Department is asking the Big Bear Community for assistance in Fire Hydrant Maintenance. As the snow flies and the snow burms pile-up, fire hydrants tend to ...
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 Chipper Days Complete for 2008!
12/11/2008
In July 2008, Big Bear City Fire Department put out a challenge to property owners of the east end of Big Bear Valley to remove 80 tons of brush and small trees to create ...
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 Fake Quake on November 13, 2008
11/14/2008
The Southern California-wide Shake Out Disaster drill occurred on Thursday, November 13, 2008. The Mountain Mutual Aid Association (comprised of local government, emergency ...
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 Kids Christmas Shopping Spree Receives Donations!
10/30/2008
The Big Bear City Professional Fire Fighters' Association received donations for their annual Kids Christmas Shopping spree at the Big Bear K-Mart.
The Big Bear ...
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 Baldwin Lane School Kids Visit Fire Station 292
10/30/2008
During the week of October 20, 2008, we had over 80 children from the Baldwin Lane Elementary School visit the Big Bear City Fire Department at the Sugarloaf Fire Station. Kids ...
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 Josh Mandolini Adds Enginner to his Title
10/16/2008
Josh Mandolini was promoted to Engineer on B-Shift. Josh was a Paid-Call Fire Fighter starting in January 1995. He was hired as a career Fire Fighter/Paramedic in 1998, and now ...
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 Cory Scranton Promoted to Captain
10/16/2008
Cory Scranton was promoted to the position of Captain. Cory has been with the Big Bear City Fire Department for over 24 years. He has worked his way up the ranks from Paid-Call ...
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 Open House a Huge Success!
10/13/2008
In recognition of Fire Prevention Week, the Big Bear City Fire Department hosted its Annual Open House and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, October 11, 2008 from 8:30am-11am. All ...
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 APPLY TODAY TO BE A PAID-CALL FIRE FIGHTER!
09/24/2008
If you are looking for an exciting way to learn new skills and help your community, this is your opportunity to become a Paid-Call Fire Fighter. You must be 18 years old and in ...
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Fire Damages Home on Saturday
09/15/2008
A structure fire was reported in the 2100 block on 5th Lane in Erwin Lake around 5pm on Saturday, 9/13/08. Fire crews were able to contain the blaze within five minutes, keeping ...
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 Small Vegetation Fire Quickly Extinguished
07/02/2008
At approximately 6:30pm on July 1, 2008, the Big Bear City Fire Department received a 9-1-1 report of a fire in the 900 block of Wilderness Drive in the Meadowbrook Estates area. ...
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 Captain Gary Byrd Retires
06/23/2008
Captain Gary Byrd of the Big Bear City Fire Department worked his last day on May 29, 2008. Gary was inspired by his father, Dale Byrd, a Fire Fighter for Buena Park for 19 ...
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 DECK FIRE QUICKLY EXTINGUISHED
06/19/2008
At approximately 2:45 pm ton June 18, 2008, the Big Bear City Fire Department received a 9-1-1 report of a structure fire in the 500 block of west Big Bear Blvd. in Big Bear City. ...
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