The Jesusita Fire
Fire Victim Family Tries to Forge Ahead
Insurance providers, news crews leave a bitter taste for the Keltners. Read story.
Friday, June 5, 2009
County Offers Discounts to Firefighters
The Visitors Bureau has organized a program that includes shops, restaurants, hotels, and more. Read story.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Local Assistance Center to Close for Memorial Day
The Local Assistance Center for Jesusita Fire victims, located in the County Administrative Building, will be closed on Memorial Day. Read story.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Burning Questions
A round-up of lingering inquiries about the Jesusita Fire. Read story.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Shoppe Smart
The Unity Shoppe of Santa Barbara is seeking donations to aid Jesusita Fire victims. Read story.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Officials Provide Jesusita Fire Recap
Five unified command agencies brief meeting attendees on week's events. Read story.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Deputy DA's Kid Helped Fight Jesusita
The 21-year-old is working through his second season on Forest Service fire crew. Read story.
Friday, May 15, 2009
SB Firefighters Alliance Refocuses Fundraising Goals
The group says area crews had to spend their own money on necessary goggles during Jesusita. Read story.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Jesusita Evacuation Ends
County sets up assistance center for dealing with aftermath. Read story.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
County Flood Officials Begin Post-Fire Preparations
Preparations to minimize the impacts of flood and mudslide damage are already in the works. Read story.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Santa Barbara Endures Its Most Threatening Natural Disaster Ever
The Jesusita Fire forced an estimated 30,000 South Coast residents from Goleta to Montecito out of their homes and put another 30,000 on warning. Read story.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
San Marcos Foothills Preserve Closed Temporarily
Newly opened Foothills Preserve closed until assessment can evaluate conditions. Read story.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Jesusita Fire Evacuation Update
Residents of the Painted Cave area may finally start heading home. Read story.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Stories from Fire Evacuees
Jesusita Fire victims who found shelter at DPHS share their experiences. Read story.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Jesusita Property Damage Released
Property Damaged or Destroyed in the Jesusita Fire [map] Read story.
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