The snow has melted here in the hi desert but mountain communities are still dealing with snowed in homes and impassable roads. County agencies urge residents to stay off the mountains if possible this weekend, as clean up operations and emergency services need to use the limited road access and resources available to serve residents in these mountain areas that have had unprecedented snowfall.
Third District representative Dawn Rowe says that plowing of roads in continuing “24-7” and have requested additional resources from the state.
A $10 million dollar emergency fund has been created to support efforts by County departments to clear snow from mountain roads. County CEO Leonard Hernandez also pledged to secure any additional resources needed to support the County’s efforts.
The County’s call center has shifted to 24-hour operations. Those in need can call 909-387-3911 for information and assistance. For urgent medical issues, residents should dial 911. Emergency phone services are operational in all mountain areas. County Fire is utilizing special snow vehicles to access snowed-in patients in medical need.
For road condition information:
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
San Bernardino County Public Works https://dpw.sbcounty.gov/operations/road-closures/ for the latest county-maintained roads conditions and https://dpw.sbcounty.gov/operations/snow-removal/FAQ/
