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[PIO @PIOSBCFireInfo]

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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Update: @sbcfireinfo crews responded to Nojoqui Falls in Goleta regarding a hiker in need of medical assistance. The patient, a 60-year-old female, sustained minor injuries from a mechanical slip and fall. She has been safely transported via ground ambulance to Santa Ynez Cottage Hospital.
We appreciate the quick response of our personnel. The area is now clear.
#SantaBarbaraCounty #HikerSafety

[Santa Barbara County Fire Department @SBCFireInfo]

@sbcfireinfo crews are responding to Nojoqui Falls near Buellton following a report of a hiker requiring possible medical rescue. The incident was reported at approximately 1:30 PM.
The nature of the medical complaint is currently unknown. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Please avoid the area until further notice and stay safe.
#SantaBarbaraCounty #HikerSafety

[Santa Barbara County Fire Department @SBCFireInfo]

🚨 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

[PIO @PIOSBCFireInfo]

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 Update – The fire in the 3700 block of Mattei Road, Santa Ynez has been contained. The final burn area is 6.5 acres. Forward progress was stopped at 3:23 PM.
Cause remains under investigation. No injuries reported. Fire units are on scene conducting mop-up operations. The public is advised to avoid the area for safety.
Additional updates will be provided as available.
#SantaYnez #VegetationFire

[Santa Barbara County Fire Department @SBCFireInfo]

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

[Santa Barbara County Fire Department @SBCFireInfo]

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Santa Barbara County Fire Department, thank you to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and to the families who continue to carry their memory forward.

Today, and every day, we remember.

#MemorialDay #SBCFire #HonorAndRemember

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Forward progress stopped at 3:23pm. Updates to follow.

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Forward progress stopped at 3:23pm. Updates to follow.

[Santa Barbara County Fire Department @SBCFireInfo]

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Santa Barbara County Fire Department, thank you to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and to the families who continue to carry their memory forward.

Today, and every day, we remember.

#MemorialDay #SBCFire #HonorAndRemember

[PIO @PIOSBCFireInfo]

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 (5/22/26 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 @PIOSBCFireInfo]

Foothill Fire Update: (05/22/2026 at 8:00 am)

The Foothill Fire remains 904 acres and is now 85% contained.

Firefighters continue aggressive mop-up operations and are strengthening containment lines throughout the incident. Crews are also monitoring remaining heat signatures within the fire perimeter to ensure hotspots are fully extinguished.

Personnel assigned to the incident has been reduced as progress continues.

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

#FoothillFire #SBCFire #Cuyama #Firefighters
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Actualización del Incendio Foothill: (05/22/2026 a las 8:00 a.m.)

El Incendio Foothill permanece en 904 acres y ahora está contenido al 85%.

Los bomberos continúan con operaciones agresivas de extinción y reforzando las líneas de contención en todo el incidente. Las cuadrillas también siguen monitoreando puntos de calor dentro del perímetro para asegurarse de apagar por completo cualquier punto caliente.

El personal asignado al incidente ha sido reducido conforme continúa el progreso en la contención.

Gracias a todas las agencias colaboradoras y a los bomberos por su continuo esfuerzo, trabajo duro y dedicación durante este incidente.

#FoothillFire #SBCFire #Cuyama #Bomberos

[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.

[Santa Barbara County Fire Department @SBCFireInfo]

Immediate Release: Santa Barbara County Transitions to High Fire Season 🔥
As we enter the peak fire season, all fire departments across Santa Barbara County are increasing preparedness and vigilance to protect our communities.
While a formal press conference will not be held this year, our collective teams remain fully committed to safeguarding lives, property, and the communities we serve.
Key Points:• Strong inter-agency coordination and collaboration • Continued emphasis on prevention, education, and rapid response • Public safety remains our top priority
Full press release attached.
Stay fire smart — clear defensible space, report suspicious activity, and sign up for alerts at https://t.co/PIGrEN2ZMW.
#HighFireSeason #SantaBarbaraCounty #FireSafety #ReadySBC

[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