Posted on 11/02/2003 7:04:53 AM PST by First_Salute
This continues the work of others at Free Republic, including here, first, the content that lainie brought forward, for the last few days. (Some of these links may not now be working.):
Cal Fire Maps
http://wildfire.cr.usgs.gov/ca_geomac/viewer.htm
http://www.incidentcontrol.com
http://www.firedetect.ssd.nesdis.noaa.gov/Run.htm
Live online scanner feeds for fire, cops, CDF, air attack
http://www.live365.com/stations/kb6jag FYI, this gives popups
http://www.police-scanner.info/livescan.htm - No pop ups on this feed
http://www.compucations.com/nuke/html/modules.php?name=LiveScanners - click on Big Bear Feed
http://verdugo.ci.glendale.ca.us/radio.html - Verdugo fire scanner
http://www.shoutcast.com/directory/?s=scanner&numresult=100&x=34&y=9 - Simi Valley fire scanner
http://209.153.152.2:8888 - Ventura county scanner chatter
Big Bear online scanner feed (CDF, cops, air attack etc.) Requires Yahoo.com registration. Then join any chat room. In the text box of your chosen chatroom type:
/join the old fire scanner:1
This should reroute your participation directly to a room where a Big Bear scanner feed is playing live. There is also live chat there from other people affected by the Old Fire in the Lake Arrowhead, Crestline, Big Bear Area.
CHP Dispatch
CDF AIR CHANNELS
Red - 151.220 - Air to ground units
Blue - 151.280 - Air to air
Green - 151.295 - Air to air
Yellow - 151.310 - Air to air
Victor - 122.925 - Air to air for contract helicopters
List of channels for SoCal
Get a copy of Police call for when you're mobile
San Bernardino National Forest
171.475 mhz and 172.225
123.100 Air to Ground
123.9750 National Air Tanker Base Freq.
135.9750 Air ops
151.2200 CDF Red Air to Ground
151.2650 CDF Region
151.3100 CDF Air Tactics 6
151.3550 CDF Command Net 1
154.2650 OES White Fire 2
154.2800 OES White Fire 1
154.2950 OES White Fire 3
164.1250 Fire Camp Service Net
166.6125 "Command" Fontana area
166.8500 Air attack
167.9500 BLM Air to Ground
168.0500 NIFC Tac 1
168.0750 NIFC Tac 3
168.200 NIFC Tac 2 (Crew Net)
168.2500 BLM?
168.4000 BLM "Command"
168.6000 NIFC Tac 3
168.6250 Air Guard
169.1250 Calif. Fire Travel Net
169.0625 vehicle mechanics?
170.0000 Air to Ground Region 5
173.9125 Region 5 Tac 4
173.9625 Region 5 Tac 5
173.9875 Region 5 Tac 6
415.5500 National Air channel
HAM
145.220
Los Angeles Area
KNBC: http://www.nbc4.tv
KABC: http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/
KCBS: http://www.cbs2.com
KTTV: http://www.fox11la.com
KCAL: http://www.kcal.com
Good list of S. Cal TV stations w/links to their websites
San Diego
http://nbcsandiego.feedroom.com/?fr_story=af0368e01c0323615f2e6f30970885b317fe905c
http://www.kogo.com/streaming.html
List of Online Newspapers, TV, Radio Stations in California, by city
RIMOFTHEWORLD.net is your continual source for information concerning the fire risks to the San Bernardino mountain communities
Thanks spectr17 for the links.
Other links of interest
Links to previous Free Republic pages on the Southern California Wildfires, (and arson) Sept. - Oct. - Nov. 2003
September 19, 2003 - Friday
ELF suspected in two more fires in San Diego this morning (posted by Tree of Liberty)
October 21, 2003 - Tuesday
Fires Breakout all over Southern Cal (posted by al baby)
October 25, 2003 - Saturday
Fires in SoCal are destroying homes! (650 homes) (posted by Stars N Stripes)
October 26, 2003 - Sunday
Southern CA fires - Live Thread 10/26 (4 separate major fires, incl. 1 new arson fire) (posted by mhking)
San Diego County fires - Live Thread 10/26 (posted by socal_parrot)
Crisis on our National Forests: Reducing the Threat of Catastrophic Wildfire [San Bernardino Fires] (posted by Carry_Okie)
Wildfires merge in Southern California; 14 dead, 650 homes lost (posted by Brian S)
October 27, 2003 - Monday
Southern CA fires - Live Thread 10/27 (posted by spectr17)
13 dead in California Wlidfires, 850 homes burned (posted by GeronL)
October 28, 2003 - Tuesday
SoCal Fires Live Thread 10/28 (posted by spectr17)
October 29, 2003 - Wednesday
Southern California Fires -- Live Thread 10/29 (posted by lainie)
3.7 Earthquake under California Fires... (posted by ALOHA RONNIE)
October 30, 2003 - Thursday
Southern California Fires -- Live Thread 10/30 (posted by lainie)
October 31, 2003 - Friday
Southern California Fires ... 10/31 (posted by lainie)
November 1, 2003 - Saturday
Southern California Fires Live Thread -- 11/1/2003 (posted by lainie)
November 2, 2003 - Sunday (today)
re: California Fires -- LISTEN TO DR. BILL WATTENBURG TONIGHT ON KGO (10:00 PM PACIFIC) (posted by doug from upland)
Links with current news of the area --- San Bernardino Mountain Range
Especially for today, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2003 --- road information and entry and exit requirements for Big Bear
Lake Arrowhead Mountain News
Rim of the World (.net)'s message board
A few smoldering trees not too far away but my cabin is safe. She said that all of Crestline is there. Looking at the burn map it's an island surrounded by devestation, but it's still there!
To be honest...I had almost given up all hope.
Thank you to the fire crews for a great job! I just wish more people could have had the same fortune.
I think I'll visit you this winter when it all settles down. Lainie, myself....let's see....we'll get a little party going. We'll let you know when we're available. HAR! (I'm kidding....honest I am. I think we should all meet at Lainie's instead.....wonder if she'll see this?)
PLEASE NOTE ON THE BOTTOM OF THIS REPORT IS AN EVACUATION UPDATE FOR THE CRESTLINE AREA AS OF 5:42 P.M. PST, SUNDAY, NOV. 2, 2003.As of 4:25 PM
This is the last update for today. After the 6:00 AM briefing the radio report and this web site will be updated.Road information:
- Highway 18 IS open from Lucerne Valley to Big Bear FOR RESIDENTS ONLY. Proof of residency will be required. Expect delays at the roadblocks. Traffic is flowing smoothly
- Highway 38 will be open to Big Bear FOR RESIDENTS ONLY. Proof of residency will be required. Expect delays at the roadblocks. Traffic is flowing smoothly.
- Highway 18 is closed at the Big Bear Dam.
- Highway 330 is closed to all traffic.
- Interstate 15 is now open with no restrictions.
- Interstate 215 is now open with no restrictions.
The mandatory evacuation is now a voluntary evacuation for the Big Bear Valley only. Other Mountain communities are still under a mandatory evacuation. The evacuation for the Big Bear Valley was down graded to voluntary this morning at 8:00 AM. Keep these facts in mind while making your return plans.
Here is the latest information that we have on the Old Fire
- Current size of fire: 91,281 acres
- 72% Containment
- Estimated date for full containment: 11/08/03 or sooner.
- 850 homes destroyed 35 homes damaged 10 other properties destroyed
- Cost to fight the fire $12,025,206
- Hand Crew[s]: 76
- Helicopters: 16
- Engines: 142
- Bulldozers: 71
- Water Trucks: 71
- Support Personnel: 608
- Total Personnel: 4,211
According to Michael Perry, the City Manager for Big Bear Lake, plans are being made to reschedule Halloween in the Village for sometime soon, this will allow the children to have a little fun and for the entire community to come together to share stories, thank firefighters, law enforcement, and the hundreds of people who remained behind to assure utilities remained on. We will share the details, as they become available.
Many stores and businesses will be open but it could several days until things are back normal. Some mail will be available today and the post offices will be open on Monday for normal business.
Here is a partial list of the Businesses which contacted us and are now open as of 1:30PM Sunday. Please call them for their hours:
Stater Brother Market - Community Market - Easys in Sugerloaf - Lakeview Market - Moonridge MarketRestaurants
BLT's, Ingrids Deli, Thelmas, Old Country Inn, Sonora Cantina, Log Cabin Restaurant, Red Baron Pizza, Nachos, Sizzler, La Montana, Subway, and Good Food in the Lake View Trading Center.Fuel
Circle K Big Bear City - Oscars in the Big Bear VillageOthers
Big Bear Video - Alpine Liquor - Alpine Sports CenterMany lodges hotels and motels remained open during the evacuation and provided housing for the firefighters at no charge or almost no charge.
The Bear Valley Unified School District is asking that all teachers and staff report for work on Monday November 3. School classes will begin again on Tuesday November 4. You can call the information line for more information. Rainbow Kids will be open at Big Bear Elementary School and Baldwin Lane form 7am to 6pm and on Tuesday with their regular schedule.
If you are planning to return to Big Bear please drive carefully. The roads will be icy in the morning and anticipate heavy traffic. In addition there will be many fire fighting vehicles on the road. An accident on any of the routes to Big Bear will seriously delay returning residents. If you are driving an RV or pulling a trailer please wait until the day warms and the ice has melted. DRIVE WITH CATION, and WELCOME HOME!!
The Gas company has said the if anyone needs assistance with their gas service please call, service teams are standing by, the number is 800-530-3424.
The post offices in the Big Bear Valley will be open for normal business beginning on Monday November 3, 2003. Some mail may be available in the your Post Office Box.
City of Big Bear Department of Water reported that the firefighters are using large amounts of water in their fire fighting efforts. In light of this they are requesting that all residents use only the water that is essential. Also please make sure that you have turned off all your outdoor irrigation such as your sprinklers and winterize them.
Everyone is asked not call local fire departments for updates on the fire. They need to keep the line open for emergency operations. You can call one of the information lines including USFS 909-383-5688 and SB County 909-355-8800. They also have a web site www.calmast.org. And if you want to check on loved ones in evacuation centers call 909-888-1481.
Local elections scheduled for November 4th will continue as scheduled, but residents of the evacuated areas may vote at emergency voting sites. These sites will be open now through Monday 9 AM to 5 PM, but closed on Sunday. They will be open on election day from 7AM to 8PM. Additional sites will be added as needed.
- Registrar of Voters, 777 East Rialto Ave. San Bernardino
- Jesse Turner Community Center, 6396 Citrus Ave. Fontana
- Hesperia High School, 9898 Maple Ave. Hesperia
- Victorville City Hall, 14343 Civic Drive, Victorville
- San Bernardino International Airport (Emergency Center) 3rd and Del Rosa
As of Noon on Saturday November 1, 2003 and until further notice the Big Bear Airport is closed for all in bound and departing traffic except emergency operations. If you need any information please call the Airport at 909-585-3219.
SBA is offering low interest loans to Southern California Fire Victims call 800-621-FEMA (800-621-3362) for more information. You could be covered by your homeowners insurance for expenses related to a mandatory evacuation. Check your policy or call your agent to confirm your coverage.
EVACUATION SITES STATUS
- Victor Valley College, 18422 Bear Valley Road, Victorville
- Apple Valley High School, 11837 Navajo Road, Apple Valley
- Hesperia High School, 9898 Maple Ave., Hesperia
- San Bernardino International Airport - 2 Hangers
- Sultana High School, 17311 Sultana, Hesperia
According to local the local Sheriffs authorities there has been no looting in the Big Bear Valley. There have been as many as 76 patrol units on the street at any given time which is 72 more than normal. They are looking for, stopping and detaining anyone who looks suspicious
There is now a $110,000.00 reward for the capture of the arsonist who set the fire. Anyone with information is urged to contact Sgt. Bobby Dean with the Sheriff's Department Homicide Detail at (909) 387-3589 or toll-free at 1-866-346-7632.
There are many heroes that have emerged from this incident. By far the largest group which had possible had one of the biggest impacts was the residents and visitors who had evacuation plans and exercised them. Was it divine intervention that saved Big Bear? The firefighters fought hard to keep highway 38 open. The story here could have been different if the fire had jumped the fire lines in the Santa Ana Canyon and forced 38 to close. But it stayed open and 15,000 to 20,000 people evacuated calmly and without incident.
On Wednesday 50-MPH winds raced through the fire lines and into Big Bear. It looked like mother nature was determined to push the fire in to the valley. Then it all changed by Thursday morning. The high winds brought with them cold temperatures and high humidity. This fire could have changed life as we know it for Big Bear, but then, the fire just stopped. Divine intervention? I believe it was so.
This is the latest information we have on the Old Fire. Keep it tuned to KBHR, 93.3 for the next update. Second homeowners and Residents can now get fire updates on our web site KBHR933.com.
CRESTLINE EVACUATION UPDATE: as of 11/2/03 5:42 PM
Crestline / Lake Gregory Evacuation Update
The mandatory evacuation for western portions of Crestline, Lake Gregory, Valley of Enchantment, and Cedarpines Park have been reduced to a voluntary evacuation. A mandatory evacuation remains in effect for east of State Route 189 and areas south of North Road. Some areas of Arrowhead Highlands and Crestline east of State Rote 138 may still be under a mandatory evacuation.
There is very little electricity available in Crestline. Phone service is out in many areas.
Residents seeking to return must obtain a pass to do so. Passes can be obtained at:
- San Bernardino International Airport, Evacuation Center, 3rd Street at Del Rosa in San Bernardino.
- Fire Emergency Local Assistance Center, 105 N.Leland Norton Way, San Bernardino.
- Wildwood Park, Waterman Ave at 40th St, San Bernardino
- Hesperia High School, 9898 Maple Ave, Hesperia
- Sultana High School, 17311 Sultana Ave, Hesperia
- Hesperia Lake Park, Arrowhead Lake Road south of Ranchero Street
- Highway 138, north of Highway 173, Silverwood Lake Recreation Area
You must have proof of residency, such as a driver license, passport, utility bill, or tax bill. Highway 18 remains closed to Crestline. All returning residents must travel Interstate 15 to State Route 138 past Silverwood Lake in order to access the Crestline area.
There is no gasoline available on the mountain and your gas service may have been turned off by Gas Company or Fire Department Officials. Do not turn your gas back on. Wait for the Gas Company to return to your area. Temperatures in Crestline are expected to be in the 30s tonight.
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