An evacuation warning has been issued for south Santa Barbara County in the Alisal, Cave and Thomas fire burn scar areas due to an incoming storm Monday, January 9-Tuesday, January 10, that could bring flooding and debris flows to the area. Unless there are significant changes to the weather forecast, the warning — which is effective immediately— may be upgraded to an evacuation order.
To see if your property is affected, click here to access the Santa Barbara County 2023 January Winter Storm Incident Map and enter your address.
According to the National Weather Service — which has issued a Flood Watch for the area Monday morning through Tuesday morning — the heaviest rains are expected in the mountains and foothills, where 5-10 inches of rain are expected. In urban areas, 2-5 inches will be common. The NWS says the areas of most concern include the Alisal burn scar, urban roads and freeways, and in creeks and streams.