Please take steps to prepare for rain and storm impacts beginning Thursday, November 13 and lasting through the weekend. 

FORECAST DETAILS

According to the National Weather Service, rain will begin in Santa Barbara County on Thursday, November 13. Peak storm impacts are expected on Thursday evening and again on Saturday. Rain is expected on and off through Sunday. 

The expected rain totals from Thursday to Saturday are 2-4 inches at the coast and 3-6 inches for the mountains and foothills. Rain rates are anticipated to be generally 0.25-0.5 inches per hour, with potential for up to 1 inch per hour. 

Prepare for periods of gusty winds, particularly on Saturday. 

The forecast for Saturday is uncertain. Please stay tuned for forecast updates. 

Given the current forecast information, evacuations are NOT being considered for Montecito.

Please prepare now for potential storm impacts. Gusty winds may cause downed trees and power lines, leading to isolated power outages. Be cautious of loose or falling rocks, mud, debris, and flooded roadways.

INFORMATION SOURCES

Listen to Montecito Fire Department’s AM1610 radio station for updates and follow @MontecitoFire on social media.

Register for ReadySBC Alerts at ReadySBC.org

SANDBAG INFORMATION

Starting Friday afternoon, November 14, a sandbag filling station will be available for community members at Lower Manning Park. Sandbags are not available at Lower Manning sooner than Friday afternoon due to an ongoing construction project at the park. Burlap bags are available for pickup at Montecito Fire Station 91 - 595 San Ysidro Road.

The City of Santa Barbara's sandbag filling station at Fire Station 77 at 2411 Stanwood Drive will open Thursday, November 13. Check here for more sandbag stations in Santa Barbara.

The County of Santa Barbara has a list of alternate locations to fill sandbags.