The Jesusita Fire
Jesusita Evacuation Ends
Focus Now on Rebuilding
County sets up assistance center for dealing with aftermath. Read story.
County Flood Officials Begin Post-Fire Preparations
The Good News is That There is Plenty of Time to Get Ready
Preparations to minimize the impacts of flood and mudslide damage are already in the works. Read story.
Santa Barbara Endures Its Most Threatening Natural Disaster Ever
Jesusita Fire, Day by Day
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.
San Marcos Foothills Preserve Closed Temporarily
Portions of County Park May Reopen After Damage Assessment Is Completed
Newly opened Foothills Preserve closed until assessment can evaluate conditions. Read story.
Jesusita Fire Evacuation Update
Residents of Painted Cave Area May Start Going Home
Residents of the Painted Cave area may finally start heading home. Read story.
Stories from Fire Evacuees
Jesusita Fire Victims Who Found Shelter at DPHS Share Their Experiences
Jesusita Fire victims who found shelter at DPHS share their experiences. Read story.
Jesusita Property Damage Released
Public Agencies compile list of 96 Properties [map]
Property Damaged or Destroyed in the Jesusita Fire [map] Read story.
Jesusita Fire Nears Containment But New Phase Begins
Fire Damage to Watersheds Could Cause Major Damage This Winter; Trails Impacted Heavily
A hike along several of the burn area trails reveals major damage that has caused the front country trails to be closed to the public. Read story.
Gathering Winds Delay Total Containment
Firefighting Resources Marshaled Along Eastern and Western Flanks
Firefighting resources marshaled along eastern and western flanks. Read story.
High Wind Warning
National Weather Service Predicts 60-mph Gusts Tonight
The National Weather Service predicts 60-mile-per-hour gusts tonight. Read story.
Jesusita Fire From Space
NASA's pic of the day, May 12
A view of the Jesusita fire from the clouds, as portrayed by NASA's Earth Observatory. Read story.
Fire Investigators Narrow Down Start Point
Trail Sections Above and Below Origin Weed-Whacked in Recent Days
Fire investigators focus in on cause of fire. It appears a weed whacker may be the culprit. Read story.
Various Jesusita Announcements
Who to Call, Good Manners, and School Openings. (Updated)
Schools open, reconnect utilities, and treating our neighbors with respect. (Updated) Read story.
Officials Seek Clues To Fire Origin
Fire Began On Jesusita Trail, Possibly Started During Brush Cutting
Fire began on Jesusita Trail May 4, possibly started by power tools during brush clearance. Fire officials seek any public information. Read story.
Some 'Pass Residents Can Return
CHP Escort and ID Necessary
Select areas of HWY 154 open to residents with ID; returning via Police escort as San Marcos Pass remains restricted Read story.
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