[WestCoastGal]

"KFI reported that the Forest Service is really getting concerned about the fire reaching the tops of the trees along the HWY 18 area as then the fire would leap from tree to tree in what they call topping

My main concern is that the onshore flow of wind is expected this afternoon which will push the fire up the mountain. If the wind stays in a southward push, it should keep the flames below 18.

The other thing that worries me is the new voluntary evacuation for Big Bear..... and Forest Falls which is along hwy 38 Elevation: 4800 to 6200 feet Population: +or- 967 year ‘round, 60% full time homes The population for Big Bear & Arrowhead is huge!!!

[Conservative4Ever]

I think they are planning for the wind shift..that is why the evac is called, esp. with the population in that area. Just little ol' 38 to get out on.