San Bernardino County declares state of emergency as storm dumps more snow
San Bernardino County declared a state of emergency Monday after residents in mountain communities were left stranded and snowed-in due to this week’s winter storm.
Several feet of snow fell over the weekend, with more falling on Monday.
The county said it’s seeking state and federal assistance to clear snow from vital highways and neighborhood streets.
“[Monday’s] emergency declaration is an important step which will elevate the state’s response to this extreme weather event,” said Board of Supervisors Chair Dawn Rowe, whose Third District includes the impacted mountain communities. “Our team of state and local partners will continue working round-the-clock on a coordinated and comprehensive strategy to bring relief and resources to our residents, while also prioritizing the safety of all.”
With hundreds of roads still shut down, most businesses closed and gas stations beginning to run out of fuel, people staying in mountain communities are hoping snow plows will be able to clear the roads and highways to establish safe routes out of the area.
“We just can’t get around,” said Daniel Guckin of Running Springs. “Some roads are clear but I live on an ice lake. The unfortunate thing is I am sick and my daughter’s sick. We have two prescriptions at Rite Aid but we can’t get them.”
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