Wildfires 2008
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Constant coverage of West Coast wildfires, especially those in Santa Barbara County and the Los Padres National Forest.
Some Hope for Rebuilding on Conejo Road
Despite Mudslide Risk, Five of Nine Tea Fire-Destroyed Homes Have Some Hope
Despite a mudslide risk, five of the nine Tea Fire-destroyed homes have some hope. Read story.
A Closer Look at the Wildfire Problem
We Have Met the Enemy and It Is Us
While others focus on managing the chaparral, Ray takes a closer look at urban vegetation issues. Read story.
Disaster Recovery Center Relocating to County Admin Building
Small Business Association Reps Still Available to Help Fire Victims With Loans
Representatives from the Small Business Association are still available to help fire victims with loans. Read story.
Lance and Carla Hoffman’s Condition Improves
Burned Couple See Each Other for First Time Since Tea Fire
The burned couple saw each other for the first time since the Tea Fire, Lance’s mother reported this week. Read story.
The Long Road to Rebuilding
Tea Fire Victims Get Help and a Little Heartbreak from the City and County
Tea Fire victims get help and a little heartbreak from the City and County of Santa Barbara. Read story.
District Attorney: Tea Fire Investigation Is Ongoing
Office Will Make No Further Statement on Matter Until Further Notice
The office said it will make no further statement on the matter until further notice. Read story.
No Rain Damage in Goleta
City Officials Report No Effects from Rain
In the wake of the Gap Fire, the City of Goleta's preparations for potential flooding appear to have paid off. Read story.
Tea Fire Flood Evacuation Order Lifted
Areas Affected by the Fire Are Now on Evacuation Warning Status as Storm Slows
Areas affected by the fire are now on evacuation warning status as storm slows. Read story.
No Excessive Flooding, Mudslides
Emergency Officials Still Watching Hillsides, Creeks, However
However, emergency officials are still keeping an eye on hillsides and creeks, as rain is expected all day. Read story.
Tea and Sympathy Continues
Aid and Charity Keep Flowing in the Wake of the Tea Fire
Aid and charity keep flowing in the wake of the Tea Fire. Read story.
Flash Flood Watch Upgraded to Warning
National Weather Service Issues Warning
Residents in warning area may have minutes until flood. Read story.
Evacuation Warning Issued for Parts of Eastside
Evacuation Order Areas Defined
The Tea Fire burn area has already been evacuated, and authorities have issued an evacuation warning for parts of the Eastside as well. Read story.
Residents Below Tea Fire Zone Warned of Flooding
City and County Alert Unburned Area of Potential Damage
Areas outside the zone of the Tea Fire are warned of possible flooding; residents are alerted but not ordered to evacuate Read story.
Call Center Activated for Rain Questions
Answers about evacuation orders due to potential floods and mudslides in Tea Fire burn area. Read story.
Rain-Related Evacuations Begin
Residents of Tea Fire Burn Area Advised to Leave Their Homes
Residents of the Tea Fire burn area are being advised to leave their homes. Read story.
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