Big Bear Lake hurricane guide¶
Big Bear Lake is a mountain resort city in San Bernardino County. Remains of eastern Pacific storms can occasionally bring heavy rain and flash flooding. The city has an adopted Emergency Operations Plan and a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and it contracts with the San Bernardino County Sheriff for police service. For emergency management, alerts, and shelters see the San Bernardino County page.
Checked on October 10, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the City of Big Bear Lake. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: bigbearlake.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 909-866-5831 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Big Bear Lake Emergency Operations Plan: The city's emergency operations plan, summary infographic, and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. Website.
County services that cover Big Bear Lake¶
San Bernardino County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Big Bear Lake. The San Bernardino County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Telephone Emergency Notification System (TENS): Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Landlines are included automatically. To sign up by phone, call 909-356-3998 on weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Website.
- Ready SB County app: The county's free app with alerts, evacuation maps, and safety check-ins. Website.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a hurricane shelter
- Hurricane supply list
- After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.