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Evacuation Order Announced for Tuesday Morning

Residents advised to consult Winter 2019 Evacuation Map to determine if they are in or out of the zone.

Evacuation Order Announced for Tuesday Morning
Concern for flooding, as at El Capitan Canyon in 2017, below Thomas, Whittier, and Sherpa Fire burn areas has the county calling for an evacuation starting Tuesday at 10 a.m.

[Update: January 15, 2019, 11:30 a.m.] Evacuated areas are closed and road control points in the areas that align with creeks and channels will be limited. Law enforcement will be using roving patrols to enforce the closures. The Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management warns the public to avoid using roads in those areas as they could become unsafe during peak periods of rain.

Hyatt Santa Barbara, La Quinta Inn & Suites, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara, Ritz Carlton Bacara, and Upham Hotel are offering discounted evacuee rates, reports Visit Santa Barbara. Visit the tourism agency's webpage for prices and updated information.

[Ultimas Noticias: Enero 15, 2019, 11:30 a.m] Las areas de evacuacion estan cerradas y las calles que estan aliñadas con arroyos y canales seran limitadas. Policia estara usando patrullas para cumplir los cierres. La Oficina de Manejo de Emergencias del Condado de Santa Barbara adverte al publico que evite el area. Las calles podrian volverse inseguras durante periodos de maximo lluvia.