Running Springs Fire Department

Teen Opioid Abuse is on the rise. Among high school teens #SBCoFD and the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department has seen a rise in the use of counterfeit (...fake/bogus) prescription pills. We have also seen a big increase in the circulation of the M-30 pill (Oxycodone). This pill is laced with deadly fentanyl, causing overdose deaths. These pills are also called percs and oxys. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that doctors can prescribe to patients to help with severe pain. Drug dealers are mixing Fentanyl with other drugs like Oxy and Xanax, and you can’t tell the pill has this deadly drug. Fentanyl can be made into powder form, pills, capsules, solutions, or put on blotter papers. What does a Fentanyl Overdose look like? The person will show these symptoms: Breathe slowly, or stop breathing Be drowsy or unresponsive Be snoring and you’re unable to wake them Have small or pinpoint pupils If you see these signs immediately call 911 and say the person is suspected of having a fentanyl overdose. The longer you wait to call the less likely the person will survive.

Due to a shift in the winds, the Rim Communities are experiencing heavy drift smoke and occasional ash from the #PalisadesFire in LACo. There are no active fires in the mountain area.

Vegetation Fire: SR-330 x 1N09 UPDATE: USFS on scene. 1/4 acre, slow rate of spread. Cancelling most of the response. Smoke showing on cameras (getting smaller). Full vegetation response en route. Use caution in the area.

With the upcoming heavy snow storm. We encourage you to Not travel until the storm has passed. And if you must travel be sure to plan ahead and come prepared.... Always carry tire chains for all vehicles, bring snacks and water, extra blankets, jackets and keep your cellphones charged. Check the forecast and road conditions before heading up and be sure to drive slow and safely on mountain roads. #californiahighwaypatrol #safetyservicesecurity #snow #chaincontrol #caltrans #runningsprings #lakearrowhead #greenvalleylake #bigbear #crestline

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Today marks the fifth anniversary of the lives that were tragically lost on December 2, 2015 Robert Adams Isaac Amanios Bennetta Betbadal... Harry Bowman Sierra Clayborn Juan Espinoza Aurora Godoy Shannon Johnson Larry Daniel Kaufman Damian Meins Tin Nguyen Nicholas Thalasinos Yvette Velasco Michael Wetzel We remember them, their families, the survivors, and our strong and resilient community. We will always be #SBStrong See more

As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the County of San Bernardino, increase call volume may also cause a strain on the 911 system. Local public safety official...s are urging the public to utilize the 911 system for actual emergencies. If you call 911, you may be asked additional questions to help screen for potential COVID-19 indicators. Indicators include measured body temperature of 100.4 or higher, fever, chills, difficulty breathing, persistent cough, and other respiratory problems. If you are exhibiting flu-like symptoms, contact your physician or health care provider's nurse health hotline. San Bernardino County Resources San Bernardino County Public Health https://sbcovid19.com/ Public Information 909-387-3911 Community Services Dial 211 or 888-435-7565 Fire Preparedness SBCFire.org

Big news! The Apple, El Dorado and Snow fires are now 100% contained! This is a great step, but there is more work to do. The fires now in what is called uncont...rolled status. This means smoldering continues within the fires’ perimeters. Those in Forest Falls last week saw this at work as smoke continued to appear within the burn scar, even after several inches of snow fell! That shows just how resilient fire can be. With that said, in addition to high temperatures, vegetation continuing to dry out and no rain/snow in the forecast, fire-related restrictions remain in effect. For a list, check our website here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/sbnf/learning/safety-ethics/ (Photo: El Dorado Fire on Sept. 19)

The Running Springs Fire Department is deeply saddened of the passing of Engineer Paramedic Cory Norton, of the San Bernardino County Fire Department. Cory fought a long and hard battle with cancer. Cory’s smile, attitude and strength are just a few of the unforgettable traits that will live on in our hearts and stay with us, until we all meet again. We have it from here, Brother. God bless you and your family. #nortonstrong #local935 #sbcofd #thinredline

Thank you, Jamie! Awesome work! _____ Keeping your fire hydrants cleared can save valuable time during a fire. Help your Running Springs Firefighters, help you! #AdoptAHydrant

#ElDoradoFire Morning Update The El Dorado Fire burned actively overnight and has become established into Mountain Home Creek. ***Any remaining residents in An...gelus Oaks are asked to evacuate NOW.*** San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department CHP - San Bernardino CAL FIRE San Bernardino/Inyo/Mono Unit San Bernardino County Fire

Winter is Coming this weekend. Anytime you are planning on coming up to the mountain during snow season, please come prepared. Always bring chains even with ...a 4x4 or all wheel drive vehicle, water, snacks, keep your phone charged, blankets and extra jackets. Plan ahead and always remember to check the weather and road conditions before heading up the mountain. Please do not block the roadway while putting your chains on your vehicle - Use designated turnouts. Thank you. Have a fun & safe wintery weekend. . . . . #californiahighwaypatrol #safetyservicesecurity #snow #chaincontrol #caltrans #runningsprings #lakearrowhead #greenvalleylake #bigbear #crestline

San Bernardino National Forest *Closure* - Extreme Fire Danger

RSFD BE51 is onscene assisting @sanbernardinocountyfire, @calfirebdu and @san_bernardino_national_forest on the #ZurichIncident in Crestline, as part of the #CalFire State Mission. The fire, that was originally dispatched as a structure fire, quickly spread through the vegetation to approx. 25 acres. There is a hose line around the fire now with no potential for growth. #servicetothecommunity @ Crestline, California

**RSFD Employee Recognition** A Message from your Fire Chief. "Every so often a Fireman exemplifies conduct that should be recognized. Performance that inspires others to go above and beyond to display what I consider to be Firemanship. Firefighter Paramedic Cody Snow displayed his ability to act decisively under pressure, the pressure of saving a young child’s life." #ServiceToTheCommunity #Paramedic ... Michael R Vasquez Fire Chief

The mountain communities may be noticing a strong smell of smoke and haze in the area. This is drift smoke from fires in the region, being pushed by the weather systems over the deserts. There are currently NO fires in the local mountains. Check the link below for a Fire and Smoke map. https://fire.airnow.gov/ #ServiceToTheCommunity

Hot temperatures are here and going to climb! Heat Advisory issued. https://www.weather.gov/sgx/

#AppleFire Update. The Apple fire is now 32,412 acres and 35% contained. Evacuation orders have been lifted for Oak Glen.... The fire continues to burn Northeast into the wilderness. Smoke will continue to be visible due to the fire burning in inaccessible areas and firing operations being used to strengthen control lines. Please follow the link below for the latest information. This will be the last update from Running Springs Fire Department, unless it is warranted. https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6902/

#AppleFire Update The Apple Fire is now reported to be 26,450 acres with 5% containment. The fire is currently NOT a threat to our community. Follow the link for more information.... Drift smoke will continue to impact our Mountain Top. https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6902/

The #AppleFire, currently burning in the Cherry Valley area, is 4000+ acres with 0% containment. The large smoke column is visible from Running Springs and most of the mountain communities. There are currently NO fires burning in our area.