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11/02/07 Caltrans Press Release: Caltrans Requests Mountain Motorists Assistance For Green Valley Lake Residents
State Route 18 will open between Running Springs and Big Bear Dam, Friday, November 2 at noon to all traffic.
Green Valley Lake residents are returning to their homes tomorrow morning for the first time since the fires. Green Valley Lake residents, that sustained property damage or loss, will have access to their properties between 9AM and noon. The residents have a limited window of time in which to handle essential tasks.
Please assist the local residents and Emergency Operation crews by planning your commute on SR-18 after the noon opening to the general public. Caltrans recommends those destined for Big Bear use SR-18 after 12 noon or use SR-330 in the morning.
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11/02/07 9:00 AM Update from KBHR:
Highway 18 Re-Opens at Noon Today; Drivers Urged to Reduce Speed for Firefighter Safety Highway 18, including the portion from the Big Bear Dam to Running Springs, will be re-opened to all traffic as of noon today. Though the road is open, John Miller of the U.S. Forest Service tells KBHR, “Motorists can expect the possibility of short delays in the Snow Valley area, due to firefighting efforts along the roadway.” At this time, the passing lane at Snow Valley is closed, as there was fire backing all the way down to the roadway resulting from the Slide Fire. Miller adds, “There may be flagging west of Snow Valley, so drivers are asked to reduce their speed for firefighter safety.” Highway 330 was re-opened yesterday morning, so all roadways into the Big Bear Valley will be accessible as of noon today.
Last of Mandatory Evacuation Orders Being Lifted; Green Valley Lake Residents Allowed to Return Residents of Green Valley Lake who have not yet had the opportunity to return home, will be able to do so today. Now that the Slide Fire is 100% contained and utility restoration is underway, those who have properties listed as damaged or destroyed on the county assessor's website at [Click Here] will be allowed entry this morning, following a briefing to be held at the Arrowbear Fire Department, located at 2365 Fir Drive at Highway 18. After attending the briefing, these residents of Green Valley Lake will be allowed first access through noon today. Please note that proof of residency will be required, and the county recommends that those on the organized site visit wear sturdy shoes, eye protection, canvas gloves and long sleeves and long pants. The County Department of Public Health will provide plastic bags for salvaged belongings, rubber gloves and facemasks. All other residents and business owners in Green Valley Lake will be allowed to return to the area as of noon, as the mandatory evacuation order will be lifted at that time. We want to remind that though utility companies have been working 'round the clock to restore service, residents should be prepared to be without power for up to two weeks. Information on assistance resources is available to recent evacuees by calling 211.
Recovery Resources Still Available, Six Days a Week, at National Orange Show in San Bernardino The Federal Emergency Local Assistance Center, which has been at the Dome at the National Orange Show Fairgrounds in San Bernardino since just after the Grass Valley and Slide Fires broke out on Monday morning, October 22 will, as of noon today, be converted into a Disaster Recovery Center, housing both Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, and the Office of Emergency Services. The County wants those in need to know that services will continue to be available at the National Orange Show, Monday through Friday, from 7am to 7pm, and on Saturdays from 9am to 4pm. FEMA will also establish an office in the mountains, once the county secures a location. In the meantime, the county's website at [Click Here] will provide web links for all agencies offering services to those affected by the fires.
11/01/07 Noon update from KBHR:
Economic Injury Loans Available to Small Businesses From Federal Government at 4% Interest Those who have suffered losses resulting from the Slide and Grass Valley Fires are potentially eligible for grants from FEMA or loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Two federal representatives from SBA, Greg Dawson and Charmagne Husmann, were in Big Bear this morning, to address members of the business community who may have suffered economic injury due to recent road, forest and lake closures, prompted by the Slide and Grass Valley Fires. Husmann tells KBHR, “We want to make sure people can get all the federal help that's available.” Those whose properties have been physically damaged have until December 24, 2007 to apply for assistance, and small business owners suffering economic injury or in need of working capital may apply for SBA loans through July 24, 2008, though Husmann recommends applying sooner than later. “We have the loans,” she says, “which are designed for long-term or permanent recovery. We do an individual analysis to determine people's ability to repay these low interest government loans, up to 30 years.” These federal-direct loans available for businesses, non-profits and companies with economic injury are available at 4% interest. Those interested in applying, can visit the SBA center at the National Orange Show Fairgrounds in San Bernardino through Saturday, or can contact SBA at 800-659-2955, or online at [Click Here]. Before contacting SBA though, all are asked to first contact FEMA at 800-621-3362.
Hwy 18 Re-Opens Friday, Financial Assistance Available, Town Meeting in Arrowhead -- Update as of Noon Here is the news you've all been waiting for—not only are both the Slide and Grass Valley Fires now 100% contained but, per Incident Command and the County of San Bernardino, Highway 18 will be completely reopened to all traffic as of noon tomorrow, November 2. Highway 330 was reopened to traffic as of 6am this morning.
Though both fires are fully contained, we do want to make the distinction that they are not fully controlled, as we learned on the Butler #2 Fire. In a conversation with Tom Kempton, stationed at Incident Command at Snow Valley, he says, “Homeowners will probably see smoke from stumps until it gets wet enough to put this out.” Fire officials do note that those in the vicinity of the Slide and Grass Valley Fires should contact fire personnel in their area if they are concerned about smoldering materials near their homes. In the meantime, over 1,600 firefighters remain in the area, to continue putting out hot spots and doing mop-up work within the burn zones.
The last of the mandatory evacuation orders will be lifted tomorrow, as of noon, for residents of Green Valley Lake. Prior to re-entry, there will be an organized site visit for these residents tomorrow morning, from 9am to noon, beginning with a briefing at the Arrowbear Fire Station, located at 2365 Fir Drive, on the corner of Fir and Highway 18. As with other site visits this week, only those whose properties listed on the county assessor's website at [Click Here] will be included in the 9am briefing. All others will be allowed to return to Green Valley Lake, without restrictions, as of noon tomorrow. The county assessor's website also includes new information today, which outlines the estimated monetary damage incurred by home loss within the Slide and Grass Valley Fires--at current count, the total cost of rebuilding damaged or destroyed structures is over $155 million. For those who have incurred losses resulting from the fires, two representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration were in Big Bear this morning to outline how low interest loans can be obtained. Charmagne Husmann and Greg Dawson first spoke at this morning's Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Power Breakfast, then stopped by the KBHR studios to outline assistance opportunities. For perspective's sake, of last week's wildfires in Southern California, Husmann notes, “This is really big. This is the biggest disaster since Katrina.” Those who have suffered physical damage to their property should first register with FEMA by calling 800-621-3362. The next step, which also applies to small business owners who have suffered economic injury (even here in Big Bear, due to road, forest and lake closures), should then file an application with SBA at 800-659-2955 or online at [Click Here]. We will bring you more information on these low interest loans in a future broadcast and will post on our website but, for now, know that help is available. Notes Husmann, “This is federal taxpayer dollars at work.” Those within the Slide and Grass Valley Fire areas are invited to this evening's Town Hall Meeting, hosted by the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce, at 6pm. The purpose of the town meeting is to educate the community with regard to available resources and, specifically, what these resources can provide. All individuals and families who have suffered a loss, whether structural, financial or business related, are encouraged to attend the 6pm meeting, to be held at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa Grand Ballroom, located at 27984 Highway 189 in Lake Arrowhead. In the meantime, the LAC Chamber wants everyone to know that Lake Arrowhead Village remains undamaged by the fires.
San Bernardino National Forest to Remain Closed Until We Get Rain or Snow The San Bernardino National Forest does remain closed, not just as a result of the Slide and Grass Valley Fires, but also in anticipation of more Santa Ana winds this weekend. John Miller of the U.S. Forest Service tells KBHR, “Closing the forest is a preventative measure because it's a fact that most fires are human caused, and by that I don't necessarily mean arson.” The U.S. Forest Service has already pre-positioned crews throughout Southern California's forested areas, as an added preventative measure, should Santa Ana winds kick up this weekend. Though the Big Bear area's Serrano Campground, Alpine Pedal Path and Juniper Point are open, Miller notes, “We are not going to reopen the forest until we get a significant amount of rain or snow.”
11/01/07 Fire Recovery & News Directory from rotw:
Reentry Schedule To Reopen Mountain Highways October 31, 2007 — According to the California Highway Patrol website, at 6:00 am Thursday, State Route 330 will be reopened. The closures on State Route 18 at Kuffel Canyon, Heaps Peak, and the 330 will also be open...
Many Mountain Residents Scheduled To Return Home Over Next Three Days October 31, 2007 — Effective at 6:00 am on Thursday, November 1, SR330 will be open. The road closure at SR18 eastbound will be moved from Heaps Peak to Green Valley Road at SR18. Green Valley Road and SR18 will remain closed to through traffic. The closure at SR18 and Big Bear Dam will also remain in effect...
Green Valley Lake Residents To Return Friday, Highways To Reopen October 31, 2007 — The last remaining mandatory evacuation order in the San Bernardino mountains will be lifted at noon on Friday when residents of Green Valley Lake are able to return to their community. From 9 am to noon, residents who have suffered loss to their homes will be able to view their properties and salvage belongings. The three-hour visit will be restricted to those residents with damaged or destroyed homes that are listed on the Assessor's website...
ROTWUSD: Students Return Tuesday, November 13 October 31, 2007 — Our school facilities were spared from the fires but sites are currently being cleaned, by professional cleaning crews, for wind driven ash, soot, and odor contamination. School offices are all currently closed. To ensure complete fire remediation at our sites, and the safety of our students and employees, our School Board has determined that school will begin for students again on Tuesday, November 13th...
Food Safety After The Fire - How To Properly Dispose of Food And Sanitize Refrigerators October 30, 2007 — Potentially hazardous food that has ben out of temperature for prolonged periods of time may cause illnesses. All food out of temperature in refrigerators and freezers must be discarded...
News Fire Weather Watch Late Friday Through Saturday October 31, 2007 — Special Weather Statement From The National Weather Service. Humidities will fall below 10 percent in some mountain and valley locations Saturday. There is a chance that the humidities will remain below 10 percent for up to 10 hours...
County Leads Effort To Remove Tree Threat From Burn Area October 31, 2007 — The recent wildfires in the San Bernardino County mountains may have been all but extinguished, but they have left behind thousands of towering hazards...
Pali Mountain Spared Major Damage From Slide Fire October 30, 2007 — As a result of the Slide Fire, the County Assessor's Office lists Pali Mountain Retreat and Conference Center, 30778 State Highway 18, Running Springs, as a total loss. According to Pali Mountain's website, the fire was contained to the backside of the camp. Most of the camp was saved, however there were 3 cabins lost along with the amphitheater, the riflery range, and the upper ropes course...
SCE - Beware of Impostors Posing As Utility Service Workers October 30, 2007 — Southern California Edison (SCE) is warning its fire-affected customers who are returning to homes without power to be wary of con artists who pose as utility workers. SCE is urging its customers to be alert for suspicious men or women claiming to be SCE employees or contractors working for the utility...
FEMA & Insurance Issues
FEMA Denial Letter: Not the Last Word PASADENA, Calif. — Californians who have applied for disaster assistance and receive a letter saying their application is denied because of insurance: Don't be alarmed. Denial letters are automatically generated and sent to applicants who need to supply additional information so the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) can continue to process their applications.
Fund Raisers/Recovery/Support Express Your Appreciation While Raising Funds For Fire Victims October 31, 2007 — In response to the devastating wildfires, thousands of Rotarians within this district are raising money for victims of the fires while offering the public a way to express their appreciation to the brave Firefighters, Law Enforcement, Medical Staff, Volunteers and other emergency personnel...
Big Bear Provides Refuge For Its Neighbors October 31, 2007 — Big Bear Lake Resort Association has set up a program to assist victims of the recent fires with complimentary lodging accommodations. More than 50 rooms have been donated to The Grass and Slide Fires Evacuation Assistance Program...
Free Mattresses For Those Who Lost Their Homes To Recent Fires October 30, 2007 — Living Spaces Furniture is offering a FREE Sealy mattress set to people who lost their homes to the recent Southern California fires...
Crestline Chamber of Commerce Expands Community Support October 28, 2007 — Until further notice the Crestline Chamber of Commerce is expanding it's hours of operations to better support the community of Crestline during this time of rebuilding for the San Bernardino Mountains...
Community Calendar Lake Arrowhead Town Hall Meeting This Thursday Thursday, November 1, 2007, 6:00 pm, at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa Grand Ballroom, 27984 Highway 189 Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352...
Free Drive-Through Shot Clinic This Friday November 2, 2007, from 8 am to 12 pm at the Community Medical Plaza parking lot on 1800 Medical Center Drive, San Bernardino...
Fourth Annual Crestline Merchant Trick Or Treat November 3, 2007, from 12 pm to 4 pm along Lake Drive and in Old Town Crestline...
10/31/07 9:00 AM from rotw: Big Bear Provides Refuge For Its Neighbors
Breaking News: Evacuation Assistance Program Offers Free Lodging For Fire Victims
Big Bear Lake, CA – Big Bear Lake Resort Association has set up a program to assist victims of the recent fires with complimentary lodging accommodations. More than 50 rooms have been donated to The Grass and Slide Fires Evacuation Assistance Program. People who lost their homes or still evacuated from the Grass and Slide Fires can reserve up to a seven night stay at participating Big Bear lodges by calling 800-4-BIG BEAR (800-424-4232). Some lodges are even offering free stays up to November 18. In order to qualify for The Grass & Slide Fires Evacuation Assistance Program, people who lost their homes or still evacuated need to fax or email proof of residency and photo identification at the time of booking.
"The lodging community of Big Bear has really stepped up to the plate," said Ken Brengle, CEO for Big Bear Lake Resort Association. "We're opening our doors and hearts for our mountain neighbors during these troublesome times."
Big Bear Lake offers tranquility and a convenient location to travel back and forth to during this recovery phase for residents of Lake Arrowhead, Running Springs, Green Valley Lake and other San Bernardino Mountain communities. Big Bear was not directly affected by the recent fire storm and is open for business with two roads open, Highway 38 through Redlands and Highway 18 through Lucerne Valley.
Grass and Slide fire evacuees need to contact the Big Bear Lake Resort Association by phone only at 800-4-BIG BEAR (800-424-4232) to book complimentary accommodations. Proof of residency, such as a utility bill and photo ID is required at the time of booking via fax or email. Also, evacuees must show their re-entry pass issued by the San Bernardino Sherriff Department at check in. A Credit Card is required at check in to cover any incidentals. If evacuees are not able to fax or email these documents they can deliver it in person at Big Bear Visitor Center located at 630 Bartlett Road in Big Bear Lake. The Big Bear Visitor Center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone Numbers
American Red Cross - Financial Assistance - (800) 733-2767
American Red Cross - Inland Empire Chapter - (909) 888-1481
Arrowhead United Way - (909) 884-9441
California Attorney General's Public Inquiry Unit - (800) 952-5225
California Department of Transportation - (909) 388-7087 / (866) 383-4631
San Bernardino County - Disaster Assistance Hotline - 211 / (888) 435-7565
United States, FEMA - (800) 621-3362
United States Forest Service Information Line - (909) 881-6949
Recovery Support
By News Staff Saturday, October 27, 2007
If you have information on a non-profit recovery or relief organization, please let us know. Below is the information we currently have.
Alpine Camp and Conference Center in Blue Jay
To our dear friends and neighbors just north of us who have lost their homes, Alpine, located on Grass Valley Road and Club House at 415 Clubhouse Drive, would be honored to serve you a hot meal or meals, free of charge, of course. We know you will be attending to personal business and may not have time to travel far for food. Please call us with your mountain address and let us know your meal needs when you are back up the hill or stop by to make arrangements. Please call us at (909) 337-6287.
John Gehring, Executive Director, Alpine Camp and Conference Center
DOVES
DOVES, a non-profit domestic violence counseling program (ID #33-0109115), is available now and will continue to be available to assist in any way we can with recovery efforts.
We have been operating a non-profit social services agency in Big Bear since 1985, and in the Rim of the World communities since 1996, and we have experience delivering fire recovery services from the Old Fire in 2003. Thus, we are well prepared to carry out any counseling and/or fire recovery assistance residents may need. We can also assist with referrals for recovery resources, as well as with food and clothing.
Although our Blue Jay Outreach Center is currently closed, counselors in our Big Bear Outreach Center are standing by to help all residents in the lower mountain communities affected by the fires. DOVES' counselors are trained in crisis, trauma and grief counseling, and are available to talk with fire victims either in person or by phone.
Our Outreach number is 909-866-1546, and our 24/7 Crisis Line is 800-851-7601.
Callers needing to talk to someone about their fire-related trauma do not have to be involved in a domestic violence situation in order to avail themselves of these free services.
To our mountain neighbors we say, "Be well, be safe, and know that we are here for you.
Mountains Community Hospital
As of Oct 26th MCH, has reopened the Emergency Department for services to the Community and to the Disaster Personnel on the mountain. We are available 24/7 in that area. We have the ED staffed with an ED Physician and Nurse. We have diagnostic services available to support the ED. We are not open for In patient Services at this time, but are in contact with the EOC and plan to reopen that area as soon as we get approval. Please do not hesitate to call or come to the ED if you have any concerns: Hospital #: 909- 336-3651 29101 Hospital Road, Lake Arrowhead
Susan Lowell Director of Patient Care Services
Operation Provider
Operation Provider is here to help!
Operation Provider is currently networking with the Salvation Army and many of our local churches to help our mountain neighbors who are displaced and are in need of rental assistance and food. Operation Provider can also help with electrical assistance and they are currently coordinating with the Elks Lodge for hot meals.
For the past 18 years Operation Provider, a local non-profit agency, has helped thousands of families take care of their needs. Operation Provider is in need of donations and contributions to help our community members with their unmet needs, so if you are in a position to help, please contact them at (909) 337-8585 or send donations to P.O. Box 26, Twin Peaks, CA. 92391. Their tax ID is #522243409.
Operation Provider is in constant prayer for our mountain and they will do everything in God's power to help any who calls on them.
Rebuilding Mountain Hearts & Lives
The Rim Resource Network, a Rebuilding Mountain Hearts & Lives program, is now accepting donations to assist those affected in the San Bernardino Mountain communities impacted by the Slide and Grass Valley Fires.
"Once again our residents must join together to assist those whose homes were destroyed or damaged by the two fires that ravaged the communities of Green Valley Lake, Arrowbear, Running Springs, Fredalba, Smiley Park, Twin Peaks, and Lake Arrowhead," according to Rebuilding Mountain Hearts & Lives (RMHL) Executive Director David Stuart.
"When the fires are finally out and all mountain residents are allowed to return," Stuart explained, "many of them will be in need of immediate basic needs including food, clothing, shelter, and school supplies. Still others will need funds for rental housing deposits, utilities, transportation and living expenses.
"Should the evacuation of some areas continue for an extended period," Stuart continued, "others will need financial assistance to help them overcome the loss of wages. And when the long-term recovery begins, donations will be needed for rebuilding including non-cash donations of materials, volunteer labor, and construction funding."
Please list the items you wish to donate," Stuart added, "so we can properly match the generous contributions with someone in need.
Remember," Stuart concluded, "as in the past, the community will rise from the ashes like a Phoenix but it cannot do it without assistance from caring individuals and companies. Please help!"
Rebuilding Mountain Hearts & Lives, a 501(C)3 non-profit organization (Tax Identification #20-0867845), was created after the devastating 2003 Old Fire. The organization was responsible for coordinating needs and resources as well as providing valuable information for those residents affected by the disaster. Its efforts helped the survivors and the community recover and rebuild as quickly as possible.
Additional information is available at [www.rimresourcenetwork.org] and [www.heartsandlives.org].
10/26/07 03:48 PM Source: other From: Website Rim Family Services - [Click Here]
Long term effects of trauma [Click Here] (from rotw)
10/25/07 from ROTW:
10:04 AM Source: other From: via email - thank you Red Cross has a number to call for financial aid. 1(800) 733-2767
10/23/07: Chatbox post w/general contact info:
10/23/2007 -- Animal Evacuations: 818-991-0071 Arrowhead Schools 909-499-9900 Buckweed, Canyon Fire: 323-881-2411 Coronado Hills Fire: 619-590-3160 Grass Valley Fire: 909-383-5688 Harris, Rice, McCoy Fire: 619-590-3160 Irvine: 714-628-7085 Lake Forest 714-628-7085 Malibu: 310-456-2489 Orange County 800-540-8282 Ranch Fire: 626-574-5208 Riverside: 909-955-4700 Roca Fire: 951-940-6985 Santa Clarita Evacuations: 661-295-6366 Santiago Fire: 714-573-6200 Sedgewick Fire: 805-681-5546 Slide and Witch: Fire 619-590-3160 US Forest Line: 626-574-5208
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News & Updates - Arrowhead Fires
