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Vegetation Fire: US Highway 101 northbound at Naples.

Santa Barbara County Fire responded to a roadside vegetation fire estimated at approximately 1/4 acre. Four engines and one battalion chief responded to the incident. Forward progress was stopped at 6:23 p.m., and crews remain on scene conducting mop-up operations.

No structures were threatened. Cause is under investigation. CT 5:57 pm

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🚨 High wildfire season is here. Join local fire officials, law enforcement, public safety agencies, and community partners for an important discussion on wildfire preparedness, evacuation planning, and resources available to help keep our communities safe.

📅 June 15, 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Santa Barbara City College – BC Forum
🚗 Free parking available

Take steps now to prepare your home, family, pets, and neighborhood before the next emergency.

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🚨 La temporada de mayor riesgo de incendios forestales ya está aquí. Acompáñenos a una importante reunión comunitaria con bomberos, autoridades del orden público, agencias de seguridad pública y organizaciones locales para hablar sobre la preparación ante incendios forestales, planes de evacuación y recursos disponibles para ayudar a mantener seguras nuestras comunidades.

📅 15 de junio de 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Santa Barbara City College – Foro BC
🚗 Estacionamiento gratuito

Tome medidas hoy para preparar su hogar, familia, mascotas y vecindario antes de la próxima emergencia.

#ReadySBC #WildfirePreparedness #PreparaciónAnteIncendios #SantaBarbaraCounty #ReadySetGo

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Vehicle Rollover: Southbound Hwy 101 near Refugio State Beach Rd.

A truck overturned and came to rest on the railroad tracks.

Crews are working to remove the vehicle. No injuries have been reported. Railroad tracks in the area are temporarily closed.

Drivers are urged to slow down and use caution, as wet weather is in the forecast and roads may be slick.

For railroad-related updates, contact Union Pacific Railroad. CT. 8:21 pm

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Vegetation Fire Reported – A vegetation fire has been reported in the 3700 block of Mattei Road, Santa Ynez. Fire units are on scene and actively working to contain the incident.
Additional information will be provided as it becomes available. Please avoid the area and exercise caution.
#SantaYnez #VegetationFire

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Animal rescue: 1700 block of San Marcos Pass Rd. A horse fell into a ditch and was at risk of falling into a creek. Santa Barbara County Fire responded, and Santa Barbara City Fire assisted in the incident. The horse’s veterinarian sedated the horse, allowing crews to safely rescue and return it to stable ground. The horse was not injured. CT 6:58 p.m.

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Vehicle rollover: NB HWY 135, just north of South Y. Solo vehicle incident, two occupants, both major injuries and transported to hospital. NB 135 closed. SB only one lane open. Contact CHP for road information. CT 4:42 pm

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Foothill Fire Update (5/23/26 9:30 am)

The Foothill Fire remains 904 acres and is 90% contained.

Approximately 150 personnel remain assigned to the incident as firefighters continue mop-up operations, strengthen containment lines, and monitor for remaining heat within the fire perimeter.

Today marks the final operational period for the Type 3 Incident Management Team as command transitions to a Type 4 organization moving forward.

Thank you to all firefighters, cooperators, and assisting agencies for their hard work and dedication throughout this incident.

#FoothillFire #SBCFire #Cuyama #WildlandFire

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Vegetation Fire: Foothill Rd/Kirschenmann Rd, Cuyama Valley. ME 27 on scene, other resources en route. Second alarm. More to come. CT. 4:03p

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Foothill Fire Update (5/22/26 at 7:00 p.m.):

The Foothill Fire remains 904 acres and is now 90% contained.

The Evacuation Warning has been CANCELLED for areas north of Big Pine Mountain, east of Perkins Road, west of the Cuyama River, and south of Cuyama Valley.

Firefighters continue mop-up operations and monitoring for remaining heat within the fire perimeter.

Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and remain aware of changing conditions.

#FoothillFire #SBCFire #Cuyama

[PIO Raquel Zick @SBSOPIO]

Evacuation Warning has been CANCELLED for areas N. Big Pine Mtn, E. Perkins Rd, W. Cuyama River, S. Cuyama Valley. Stay vigilant of changing conditions.

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Actualización del Incendio Foothill(05/21/26 8:00 pm)

La Advertencia de Evacuación siguen vigentes. Carretera 166 sigue abierta al tráfico.

Por la Oficina del Sheriff, la Orden de Evacuacion emitida debido a un incendio se ha REDUCIDO a una ADVERTENCIA DE EVACUACION. Se recomienda a los residentes que permanezcan fuera del area hasta que se cancele la Advertencia de Evacuacion. Los residentes que decidan regresar ahora deben permanecer atentos a las condiciones cambiantes y estar preparados para irse en cualquier momento.

El area al norte de Castro Canyon, este de Perkins Road, y al oeste de Cuyama River
El area al sur de valle de Cuyama, al norte de Big Pine Mountain, y al oeste de Cuyama River/Highway 33
La Advertencia de Evacuacion ha sido CANCELADA para el area al sur de Foothill Rd, este de Cuyama River, y al oeste de Quatal Canyon. Tenga cuidado al regresar a casa ya que el personal de emergencia sigue trabajando en el area. Permanezca atento a las condiciones cambiante.

Si en algún momento se siente amenazado, desaloje o permanezca fuera del área. Tenga cuidado ya que el personal de emergencia continúa con los esfuerzos de respuesta.

Para información sobre evacuaciones y cierres de carreteras, siga a la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Santa Bárbara. Para registrarse y recibir alertas de emergencia, visite https://t.co/sSTF7OqNEt.

#FoothillFire #SBCFire #ReadySBC #CuyamaValley

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Actualización del Incendio Foothill (05/21/26 8:00 AM): Bomberos continúan reforzando las líneas de contención y apagando puntos calientes en el área del incidente en el Valle de Cuyama. Durante la noche, las cuadrillas lograron contener varios incendios pequeños provocados por cambios en el viento.

El incendio actualmente se mantiene en 904 acres con un 50% de contención y aproximadamente 275 personas asignadas al incidente. Los equipos siguen trabajando entre 50 y 100 pies dentro de las líneas de contención para apagar calor restante, especialmente en áreas con árboles de enebro.

Bomberos también continúan trabajando en terreno empinado, condiciones polvosas y clima caliente y ventoso durante el día de hoy.

Agradecemos la colaboración continua entre Santa Barbara County Fire, CAL FIRE y el U.S. Forest Service.

Para información sobre evacuaciones y cierres de carreteras, siga a la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Santa Bárbara. Para registrarse y recibir alertas de emergencia, visite https://t.co/sSTF7OqNEt.

#FoothillFire #SBCFire #ReadySBC #CuyamaValley

[PIO Raquel Zick @SBSOPIO]

The Evacuation Warning has been CANCELLED for the area of South of Foothill Road at the County Line, East of the Cuyama River, and West of Quatal Canyon. Take caution when returning home as emergency personnel continue working in the area. Remain vigilant of changing conditions.

[PIO Raquel Zick @SBSOPIO]

Evacuation Order issued for North of Big Pine Mountain, East of Perkins Road, West of the Cuyama River/Hwy 33, and South of the Cuyama Valley due to a wildfire DOWNGRADED to an EVACUATION WARNING. Map: https://t.co/gsWirC259R

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Sheriff's deputies have arrested two suspects from Taft for burglary in an evacuation order zone for the Foothill fire. Follow this link for the full story: https://t.co/R2lehY0PgU

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May 17–23 marks National EMS Week: A time to recognize the dedicated EMS professionals who provide critical care and lifesaving service to our communities every day. 💙

Santa Barbara County Fire Department’s commitment to emergency medical services dates back more than 70 years. From operating a county-owned ambulance in 1953 to launching one of California’s earliest paramedic programs in 1973, our department has continued to evolve to meet the needs of the communities we serve.

Today, that legacy continues through the work of our firefighter paramedics, EMTs, nurses, dispatchers, educators, field training officers, and EMS leadership personnel who support emergency medical care across Santa Barbara County.

To the 240 EMTs and 104 paramedics within our department: thank you for your professionalism, compassion, and commitment to serving others — often during someone’s most critical moment.

This EMS Week, we recognize the people behind the badge and the decades of progress that continue to strengthen emergency medical services in our communities.

Thank you for all that you do.

#EMSWeek #EMSWeek2026 #FirefighterParamedic

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Remote Rescue: Happy Canyon Trail, Santa Ynez Valley.

Santa Barbara County Fire crews responded to a remote rescue after a paraglider went down near Happy Canyon Trail with an injured ankle.

Helicopter 964 was released from the Foothill Fire and conducted a flyby to assist crews in locating the patient.

The patient sustained minor injuries and declined medical treatment. CT 6:21 pm

#SBCFire #RemoteRescue