Aircraft incident reported at Big Bear City Airport
Emergency responders were dispatched to the airport grounds on East Mountain View Boulevard following a reported aircraft incident; details remain limited.
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Thursday, August 27, 2026
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Today in Big Bear Valley
An Extreme Heat Watch is in effect for the Big Bear area. The National Weather Service has issued the alert as temperatures are expected to reach dangerous levels. Residents should stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.
Several events are scheduled for today despite the heat: Busy Bee (drop-in, no registration needed), the Locals Lawn Party at Sunnybrook Estate, and Swim Beach. Those attending should take precautions and stay cool.
Free brush chipping still available for Big Bear and Rim Communities residents this summer
The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council's curbside chipping program has a handful of deadlines left in 2026 — here's how to sign up and what to know before you pile your brush.
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BBMWD board approves Paddlefest permit, previews $1 million reserve fund proposal
The Big Bear Municipal Water District's May 7 meeting covered summer event planning, a $50,000 fish-stocking donation, and an early look at the district's fiscal year 2026-27 budget.
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Two drivers seriously hurt in head-on crash on Highway 18 in Lucerne Valley
A BMW and a cement-hauling big rig collided near Meridian Road on August 25, shutting down the highway for hours and prompting rescue helicopter responses for both drivers.
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Big Bear Lake sits 7 feet below full pool as snowmelt season approaches
Water district officials say year-over-year levels are tracking similarly to 2025, but the final picture depends on how much snowpack melts this spring.
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