tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7694423993511003717.post3402333755612463302..comments2023-06-06T08:09:11.392-07:00Comments on Breaking News: Stormy Weather AheadIdyllwild Town Crierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05862864135128671031noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7694423993511003717.post-81974645525755912822010-01-16T14:29:52.684-08:002010-01-16T14:29:52.684-08:00Heed Doug's suggestions, especially if snow an...Heed Doug's suggestions, especially if snow and driving in snow is something you haven't done since birth!JP Crumrinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06516868726344515678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7694423993511003717.post-32781767645629004322010-01-16T08:34:26.826-08:002010-01-16T08:34:26.826-08:00Thanks JP. IDY4U.com has a SNOW E-Newsletter that ...Thanks JP. IDY4U.com has a SNOW E-Newsletter that pushes storm related information out to subscribers. We e-mail information as a storm is approaching to help locals prepare and to keep visitors informed on when it safe to travel up the mountain. After a storm passes we e-mail information to visitors on when it's save to visit and play in the snow. We are not a weather service or emergency broadcast. We are public service for our community. Sign up for the SNOW E-Newsletter at idy4u.com. And let us know if you'd like to be part of the communications team.<br /><br />Here are some suggestions for this storm:<br /><br />SAFETY FIRST!<br /> <br /><br />LOCALS<br /> <br />- BE PREPARED TO BE WITHOUT POWER FOR SEVERAL DAYS IN A BIG STORM. BE SURE TO HAVE ENOUGH FOOD, MEDICAL SUPPLIES AND PROPANE.<br /> <br />- PUT YOUR CHAINS OR CABLES ON YOUR CAR **BEFORE** THE STORM HITS.<br /> <br />- DO NOT DRIVE DOWN THE MOUNTAIN IN A STORM. IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY CALL 911.<br /> <br />- HAVE ENOUGH GAS IN YOUR CAR TO GET DOWN THE HILL.<br /> <br />- DON'T LEAVE YOUR PETS OUTDOORS FOR ANY EXTENDED PERIODS.<br /> <br />- KEEP SOME FIREWOOD CLOSE TO YOUR HOUSE.<br /><br /><br />VISITORS<br /> <br />- DO NOT DRIVE UP THE MOUNTAIN IN A STORM<br /> <br />- WHEN THE STORM HAS SUBSIDED AND ROADS ARE CLEAR, COME AND PLAY!<br /> <br />- BRING WARM CLOTHES.<br /> <br />- BRING SNACKS (IN CASE YOU GET STUCK IN YOUR CAR FOR A BIT).<br /> <br />- BRING CHAINS - YOU MAY BE REQUIRED TO CARRY CHAINS IN YOUR VEHICLE AS YOU CLIMB THE MOUNTAIN. CHECK POINTS MAY BE LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF HWY 74 AND 243.<br /> <br />- FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PARK AND PLAY - DON'T PARK ON THE SIDE OF ANY ROADS INCLUDING STATE HIGHWAYS 243 OR 74. PARK IN PARKS OR PUBLIC PARKING AREAS.<br /> <br />- TAKE HOME EVERYTHING YOU BRING. PLEASE DON'T LEAVE ANY TRASH BEHIND.<br /> <br />- BE PREPARED TO GET STUCK IN A SNOW STORM AFTER YOU HAVE ARRIVED. IT MAY BE SUNNY AND CLEAR WHEN YOU ARRIVE BUT IN A FEW HOURS THE WEATHER CAN CHANGE. BRING WATERPROOF SHOES, GLOVES, WINTER COATS, SNACKS AND YOUR CELL PHONE. <br /> <br />- IF YOU GET STUCK, DON'T PANIC. DIAL 911.<br /> <br />- BE SAFE AND COME BACK TO PLAY!Doughttp://www.idy4u.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7694423993511003717.post-25459631921570957622010-01-15T14:50:46.835-08:002010-01-15T14:50:46.835-08:00With Heavy Rain and Snow Forecasted, Public is Enc...With Heavy Rain and Snow Forecasted, Public is Encouraged to Exercise Extreme Caution in the San Bernardino National Forest <br /><br />San Bernardino, Calif., January 15, 2010 –With the National Weather Service forecasting significant snow and rain over the coming week, visitors to San Bernardino National Forest are encouraged to exercise extreme caution when driving and recreating in the National Forest and surrounding areas. Ice, mud, rock slides, washouts, flash flooding, slippery road surfaces, deep snow and heavy rainfall will present substantial safety concerns to the public. <br /><br />Additionally, the NWS forecast for significant amounts of rain may create dangerous conditions in coastal areas where recent wildfires have reduced vegetation. The public is strongly discouraged from hiking in or around creek areas due to the potential for high waters, rock slides and debris flow. <br /><br />The San Bernardino National Forest recommends the following safety precautions: <br /><br /> “Know Before You Go” Check local weather and road conditions before you head towards the National Forest. <br /><br /> Be prepared for a sudden change in conditions – the intensity of the weather can change at any moment <br /><br /> Carry Snow Chains and assure you know how to install them and they fit your tires. <br /><br /> Be prepared for a sudden change in conditions – the intensity of the weather can change at any moment <br /><br /> Bring a warm jacket, hat, gloves, appropriate footwear and an extra set of dry clothes. Layering of clothing is highly recommended.<br /><br /> Pack extra food and drinking water, a first aid kit, shovel and flashlight with fresh batteries. <br /><br /> Leave your itinerary of where you are headed and expected arrival and return times with a family member or friend, and if you become lost or injured, stay calm, seek shelter and remain near your planned route. <br /><br /> Cell phones are helpful, but do not work in many areas of the forest. <br /><br /><br /> Do not attempt to drive across creeks or flooded roads where the water is deeper than 6 inches to avoid loss of control or possible stalling of your vehicle. Water one foot deep will float many vehicles and two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including SUV’s and pick up trucks. <br /><br /> Applewhite Picnic Area and Campground in Lytle Creek will be closed during the rain event starting Monday January 18, until it is deemed safe to reopen the site. <br /> Expect forest service roads to be closed due to flooding and snow in many areas. <br /><br /><br />For the latest Road Conditions - 1-800-427-7623 or http://www.dot.ca.gov/ <br /><br />Forest visitors are encouraged to call ahead to the local Ranger Station to check on location conditions and restrictions. <br /><br />Arrowhead Ranger Station 909-382-2758 <br />Big Bear Ranger Station & Discovery Center 909-382-2790 <br />Lytle Creek Ranger Station 909-382-2851 <br />Idyllwild Ranger Station 909-382-2922 <br />Mill Creek Ranger Station 909-382-2881 <br />Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument 760-862-9984JP Crumrinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06516868726344515678noreply@blogger.com