Mountain Emergency Updates
Winter prep work to begin on SR-18
Caltrans has announced the Burnt Mill maintenance crews have begun preparing State Route 18 for winter. The winter preparation maintenance operation began on Wednesday, Oct. 30 with a break on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Work will continue from Monday, Nov. 4 to Thursday,...
Rash of accidents on Highway 18 slows traffic flow
By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer On the evening of Sept. 21, a fatal incident occurred on State Route 18 south of the Cliffhanger restaurant, prompting a significant response from local authorities. According to initial reports, a male individual was found lying in...
The time is now – get your chimney cleaned
Chimney fires are a common cause of house fires in the United States, with more than 25,000 reported annually. These fires can cause more than $125 million in property damage and can lead to deaths and injuries. What causes chimney fires? The most common causes are...
Residents urged to stay vigilant as Line Fire nears containment
By Elise Gray Special to the Alpine Mountaineer At a community meeting held on the evening of Sept. 14 at the Hootman Center in Running Springs, local officials and fire authorities provided updates on the ongoing Line Fire, which began in Highland on Sept. 6. They...
