Structure fire reported
as of 7:40 a.m. PT · BBLFD dispatchTopic
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A proposed rule change would strip protections from more than 4 million acres of California roadless forest. Residents have until September 21 to weigh in.
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A bald eagle who stayed home, reclaimed her nest, and captured the hearts of Big Bear Valley — but how rare was her story, really?
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The historic 1890 granite structure near Big Bear Dam is off-limits for now, with no reopening timeline confirmed.
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The 3.5-mile off-highway route remains shut indefinitely — here's what OHV riders need to know.
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The 4.8-mile route connects to BLM land and serves as a key corridor toward Deep Creek Road in Hesperia.
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No reason has been given for the closure, leaving anglers and visitors who rely on this popular mountain fishing corridor without answers.
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The Forest Service has flagged the popular 47-site campground as temporarily closed, but has not publicly explained why or for how long.
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CAL FIRE is reporting the blaze in the Mountain Home area; containment status and cause have not been confirmed.
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An Ohio-based smoke bomb designer and two other firms have reached a settlement with the federal government over costs and damages from the blaze.
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A dispatch log entry shows a fire call west of Onyx Peak on June 24, but containment status and public safety guidance have not yet been confirmed.
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Dozens of veterans and disaster-relief volunteers are tackling a massive tree removal project aimed at reducing wildfire risk in the forest above the valley.
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With hiking flagged as a featured activity for the long weekend, here's what to know before you head out.
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A nesting pair of bald eagles in Big Bear Valley has raised chicks that are nearly ready to fly — a hopeful sign for the recovering species.
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The center's seasonal lineup includes certified naturalist-led hikes, bald eagle education, birdhouse building, and Junior Ranger fun for all ages.
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