Preparing for a Public Safety Power Shutdown (PSPS)
PSPS Interactive Map
Please click here to view the Public Safety Power Shutdown Interactive Map.
Are You Prepared for an Emergency and Potential Evacuation?
Read the Ready! Set! Go! brochure to learn the steps officials will take and how to be prepared. Some storms will be predictable and authorities will be able to provide ample time for the community members to get their home and family READY. However, sometimes a storm can quickly develop and cause a flash flood and debris flow with little or no warning. It is imperative that you understand the seriousness of the situation and are always prepared.
Rebuild and Repair
Step-by-step information on the rebuilding process.
Debris Removal
Options for debris removal from private property.
Ocean and Beach Safety
Most Santa Barbara County ocean waters are safe for entry by residents.
Aware and Prepare Alerts
It is critical that people in Santa Barbara County register to receive emergency alerts. Sign up at www.AwareAndPrepare.org. If we can’t reach you, we can’t alert you.
Thomas Fire and 1/9 Debris Flow
AFTER-ACTION REPORT AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN
The purpose of the Thomas Fire and 1/9 Debris Flow After-Action Report and Improvement Plan is to identify lessons learned, strengths, and opportunities for improvement associated with the Santa Barbara County (County) emergency operations center’s (EOC’s) response to the Thomas Fire, which began on December 4, 2017 and reached the border of Santa Barbara County on December 9, 2017, and the associated debris flow that occurred on January 9, 2018.
News
Press Releases and other news relating to the 1/9 debris flow event, meetings and events, and recovery resources.
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Emergency Alerts
It is critical that people in Santa Barbara County register to receive emergency alerts. Sign up today at AwareAndPrepare. If we can’t reach you, we can’t alert you.
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Newsletter
Subcribe to the County of Santa Barbara’s Community Connect newsletter and receive regular updates on meetings, events and other non-emergency information.
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Video Gallery
CSBTV20 broadcast and recorded the Community Meetings and press conferences.
Watch them here as well as some important public service and other video announcements.
Be Storm Ready
Due to the severe burn scar caused by the Thomas and other recent fires, future storms will be a concern for several years until the landscape can heal and re-vegetate.
Currently, the County is working with experts in many disciplines compiling data and research to provide residents with important information that will include an interactive map and the actions you should take to keep you and your family safe.
Local power companies (Southern California Edison/PG&E) recently developed plans to shut down power during extreme fire weather in order to reduce the risk of wildfires. A Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) could lead to power outages lasting several days.