Emergency measures enacted as ‘epic’ blast of cold air moves into the Northeast
Emergency measures enacted as ‘epic’ blast of cold air moves into the…
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Miramar Beach and Fernald Point Beach closures lifted following January sewage spill
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department has lifted the beach closures for Miramar Beach and Fernald Point…
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The coldest wind chills in decades will thrash New England as 8 deaths are now linked to an ice storm in the South
The coldest wind chills in decades will thrash New England as 8 deaths are now linked to an ice storm in the…
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FEMA delivers over $1.5 million in disaster relief grants in SLO County
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – More than 1,000 people have applied for storm related help from FEMA in San Luis Obispo County. That’s according to SLO…
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Wildfire detection camera installed in Montecito
MONTECITO, Calif.– A new wildfire detection camera was installed on Ortega Ridge in Montecito overlooking an eastern portion of Santa Barbara…
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The deadly ice storm crippling much of the South leaves more than 300,000 Texans without power in the frigid cold
The deadly ice storm crippling much of the South leaves more than 300,000 Texans without power in the frigid…
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FEMA resources available for claims related to severe storms, includes an appeal process
California residents affected by recent severe storms that receive a determination letter from the Federal Emergency Management Agency that explains…
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City of Santa Barbara ends emergency declaration
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The relentless storm system that came through Santa Barbara on the anniversary of the deadly Montecito mudslide led to official…
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Beautify Goleta sets new collection record at early 2023 events
The first Beautify Goleta events of 2023 collected a record amount of trash between the self-guided cleanup and the Bulky Item Drop off events with…
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South County Warming Center to remain open Tuesday and Wednesday night
The South County Regional Warming Center is open Tuesday and Wednesday night for those seeking overnight…
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New interactive web app shows availability of local trails and roads
Santa Barbara-based nonprofit Los PadresWatch, has created an interactive map showing public access status for trails and roads across the county…
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Controlled burn along Fleming Loop trail in Morro Bay set to start Tuesday
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif.– A controlled burn is set to ignite nearly 30 brush piles from Jan. 31 through Feb. 10 along the Fleming Loop trail…
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The South County Regional Center in Arroyo Grande will open as an overnight warming center Monday for those who need shelter from the scattered…
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Global Empowerment Mission to distribute supplies at SLO Veterans Memorial Hall Tuesday
The Global Empowerment Mission will distribute free food and supplies at the SLO Disaster Recovery Center for those impacted by the January storms.…
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New disaster recovery center opens at Hancock College
Santa Barbara County has opened two Disaster Recovery Centers/Local Assistance Centers to assist residents affected from damage caused by recent rain…
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Montecito bucket brigade marks fifth anniversary of major mudslides with light display
Recent storms might have cancelled Montecito mudslide anniversary events, but this weekend the Montecito Bucket Brigade used a searchlight to pierce…
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Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg moved to 8:34 a.m. on Jan. 30
The launch window for a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 49 Starlink satellites and D-Orbit’s ION satellite carrier SCV009 Eclectic Elena has been moved to…
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Arroyo Grande’s South County Regional Center open tonight, Jan. 29, as a warming center
The South County Regional Center at 800 West Branch St. in Arroyo Grande will be open Jan. 29 as a warming center for the…
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Local Disaster Recovery Assistance Centers to open Saturday in Santa Barbara
Local Disaster Recovery Assistance Centers are set to open in both south and north counties Saturday to provide and connect residents impacted by the…
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Volunteers help rebuild Calvary Chapel in Santa Barbara
Dozens of volunteers have stepped up to help rebuild Calvary Chapel in Santa Barbara after a devastating…
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