Shed at Big Bear Lake Residence on Fire
Shed at Big Bear Lake Residence on Fire
Quick Response Avoids Further Spread
BIG BEAR, CA/June 29, 2022 – Shortly after 6:30 a.m. on June 29, 2022, Big Bear Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 400 block of Jeffries Road in Big Bear Lake. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered a shed at the residence was well involved in the fire, with flames spreading to nearby Pine trees.
Fire personnel quickly contained the fire, which was extinguished within approximately six minutes. Crews remained on scene for mop up efforts to ensure no reignition would occur.
The fire caused heavy damage to the shed. No civilians or firefighters were injured in the fire. A total of 9 firefighters responded, staffing 1 engine, 1 ladder truck, and 1 ambulance. Battalion Chief Dan Rogers was on scene and in command of the response. The cause of the fire is under investigation by Big Bear Fire Department.
BIG BEAR, CA/June 13, 2022– The Big Bear Fire Department has a new way to report illegal fireworks. The new Illegal Firework Reporting System offers an easy and anonymous way to report the use and sale of personal fireworks. Anyone can now go on to the Department’s website or simply scan a QR Code and anonymously report the use or sales of illegal fireworks by completing a simple online reporting form. Fire Department Investigators will respond promptly to the reported location where fireworks are currently in use, or being sold.
