Lifting of Evacuation Advisory for Big Bear, CA

El Dorado Fire:  News Release 

      Lifting of Evacuation Advisory for Big Bear, CA  

                                                                                                         Media Contact Phone: 909-855-4233 

                                                                                                         Email: 2020.eldorado@firenet.gov 

September 21, 2020 

Yucaipa, CA- As a result of firefighters gaining additional containment on the El Dorado Fire over the past several days, Incident commanders have ordered the evacuation advisory for the Big Bear area to be lifted effective immediately. 

Please note that Highway 38 remains closed from Bryant Ave. to Lake Williams Drive in Big Bear City. Mountain Home Village and Forest Falls residents are allowed access to their communities with proper identification. 

As a reminder, the communities of Angeles Oaks, Seven Oaks and Onyx Summit remain under an Evacuation Order. Please be aware that all U.S. Forest Service roads, trails and land remain closed. 

Incident commanders wish to thank the local communities for patience, understanding and support as firefighters continue their efforts to fully contain the El Dorado Fire. 

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