Rainy weather expected in Lompoc

LOMPOC, Calif. - Rain is being expected by some locals in Lompoc on Thursday evening.

“Bring on the rain. We need it bad.” said local, Nathan Kindschy.

Recent wildfires and the California drought has created a desire for rain.

"I think we need to rain on the central coast especially since we’ve had all the wildfires and the drought. I think the rain is super important” said local, Katie Wallace.

Locals are hoping this much needed rain will help out local agriculture.

“Rain is a cleanser so we do need it here. Our reservoirs are empty we need them full" said local, Donna Tanner.

Darel credit Lompoc's western location to the stormy weather.

“This is Lompoc. We have the most western point on the American shelf so we do expect adverse weather" said Darel Matthews.

Katie Graybil was visiting Lompoc and said she would prefer it not to rain because she has to drive back to Santa Barbara.

Thursday night did not bring heavy rain but locals are hopeful for the future stormy season.

“I’m just happy to see the clouds. It looks good. I just want the downfall.” said local, Darel Matthews.