San Bernardino County Fire Department reminds citizens and visitors to the Morongo Basin to be cautious and diligent when in the presence of fire. Battalion Chief Donnie Viloria said, “Everyone needs to exercise care and respect for fire as…
Wildfire season is here and fire safety awareness is essential during the hot, dry summer. With the Fourth of July right around the corner, San Bernardino County asks you to remember that all fireworks, including those labeled “safe and sane”…
The Morongo Valley Fire Department will host a special town meeting tonight, June 24 about fire safety. The presentation with focusing on creating a defensible space around your home and will include wildfire safety tips and creating an…
Burn permits in state-responsibility areas have been suspended starting today. California has experienced an unusually early start to wildfire season brought on by historically low rainfall, and persistent drought. The increasing fire danger…
As temperatures begin to drop and winter approaches, home heater use also increases. So, it’s a good time to be thinking about fire prevention and safety. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking equipment is the…
This week is fire prevention week which aims to educate the public on simple and important safety measures they can take to be fire safe. Often called the invisible killer, carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless, and colorless gas created…
This week is fire prevention week which aims to educate the public on simple and important safety measures they can take to be fire safe. Smoke alarms are a key part of a home fire escape plan. Working smoke alarms give you early warning so you…
With the ever-looming threat of fires here in California, it is always a good idea to be prepared and protect yourself and your property from fires. It just so happens that this week is also Fire Prevention Week (October 3-9). Hilary Sloane…
A potentially dangerous brush fire broke out yesterday (June 22) in Morongo Valley. According to Morongo Valley Firefighter Paramedic Nathaniel Garcia, a resident on North Star Trail lost control of an outdoor fire in their back yard when the…
Due to hot, dry weather conditions, high winds, and increasing fire danger, Joshua Tree National Park implemented fire restrictions at the direction of the Superintendent, beginning Monday, June 21. The restriction encompasses the entire park…
Wildfire season is becoming a year-round threat in California. Morongo Basin residents know that wildfires are not just a threat in mountain areas, but can threaten the desert too. Hilary Sloane says firefighters offer the following tips to…
Human activity is the source of roughly 95 percent of wildfires in California. So as we roll into summer, CAL FIRE urges Californians to be extra cautious in taking steps to prevent wildfires. Reporter Mike Lipsitz brings us CAL FIRE’s tips to…
Wildfire season is becoming a year-round threat in California. Morongo Basin residents know that wildfires are not just a threat in mountain areas, but can threaten the desert too. Hilary Sloane says firefighters offer the following tips to…
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has elevated seasonal fire restrictions for the BLM California Desert District managed public lands within San Bernardino and surrounding counties These restrictions will remain in effect until December 31,…
The Bureau of Land Management has instituted seasonal fire restrictions on BLM lands through December 31. Managing editor Tami Roleff has more information… The BLM’s seasonal Fire Prevention Order places fire restrictions for the California…
As we enter into the dry season, it is important to remain mindful about the dangers of wildfires. Reporter Joshua King has more information on behalf of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Sunday, May 2nd through…
Listen to this story here: Janet Kodish: “You got to have a hardware store!…
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