Tea Fire Updates
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One-Year Anniversary
Tea Fire Began November 13, 2009
When the Tea Fire erupted in the foothills of Montecito a year ago this Friday, it scared the Santa Barbara community out of its wits, burned up 2,000 acres, and destroyed 210 homes. Read story.
Remaining “Tea Fire Ten” Plea
All but One Get Fines, Community Service
The presiding judge in the matter decided not to let Tea Fire victims testify at a hearing. Read story.
Two of Tea Fire Ten Plead No Contest to Trespassing
In Doing So, Charges of Starting a Fire Without a Permit Were Dismissed
In doing so, charges of having started a fire without a permit were dismissed. Read story.
Tea Fire Victims Receive Aid
Response Fund Sends Out Second Round of Compensation
The Tea Fire Response Fund sent out a second round of compensation this week. Read story.
Up from the Ashes
Tea Fire Documentary Screening to Benefit the Uninsured
Tea Fire documentary screening to benefit the uninsured. Read story.
“Tea Fire Ten” Named
DA Uncertain Group Started November Blaze, However
The District Attorney is uncertain who started the blaze, however. Read story.
Tea Fire Ten to Face Misdemeanor Charges
Names of Alleged Culprits Still Not Released, However
The names of the alleged culprits are still withheld, however. Read story.
Tea Fire Questions and Answers at Montecito Forum
Attendees Ding Reverse 911 Failings, Delay in Naming Blaze Starters
Attendees alleged Reverse 911 failings and complain of delay in naming the people who started the blaze. Read story.
Tea Fire Burn Areas Could Become Prime Mosquito Turf
Property Owners Urged to Check Pools, Other Bodies of Water
Property owners are being urged to check pools, other bodies of water. Read story.
ASAP Shelter Became Hub of Tea Fire Lost and Found
Handful of Cats Remain as More Than Half Reunited with Owners
Agency helps owners find pets; handful of cats remains as more than half reunited. Read story.
Lance and Carla Hoffman Discharged from Burn Center
Tea Fire Victims Now Receiving Care from Orange County Specialists
The two Tea Fire victims are now receiving care from Orange County specialists. Read story.
Some Hope for Rebuilding on Conejo Road
Despite Mudslide Risk, Five of Nine Tea Fire-Destroyed Homes Have Some Hope
Despite a mudslide risk, five of the nine Tea Fire-destroyed homes have some hope. Read story.
A Closer Look at the Wildfire Problem
We Have Met the Enemy and It Is Us
While others focus on managing the chaparral, Ray takes a closer look at urban vegetation issues. Read story.
Disaster Recovery Center Relocating to County Admin Building
Small Business Association Reps Still Available to Help Fire Victims With Loans
Representatives from the Small Business Association are still available to help fire victims with loans. Read story.
Lance and Carla Hoffman’s Condition Improves
Burned Couple See Each Other for First Time Since Tea Fire
The burned couple saw each other for the first time since the Tea Fire, Lance’s mother reported this week. Read story.
The Long Road to Rebuilding
Tea Fire Victims Get Help and a Little Heartbreak from the City and County
Tea Fire victims get help and a little heartbreak from the City and County of Santa Barbara. Read story.
District Attorney: Tea Fire Investigation Is Ongoing
Office Will Make No Further Statement on Matter Until Further Notice
The office said it will make no further statement on the matter until further notice. Read story.
Tea Fire Flood Evacuation Order Lifted
Areas Affected by the Fire Are Now on Evacuation Warning Status as Storm Slows
Areas affected by the fire are now on evacuation warning status as storm slows. Read story.
No Excessive Flooding, Mudslides
Emergency Officials Still Watching Hillsides, Creeks, However
However, emergency officials are still keeping an eye on hillsides and creeks, as rain is expected all day. Read story.
Tea and Sympathy Continues
Aid and Charity Keep Flowing in the Wake of the Tea Fire
Aid and charity keep flowing in the wake of the Tea Fire. Read story.
Flash Flood Watch Upgraded to Warning
National Weather Service Issues Warning
Residents in warning area may have minutes until flood. Read story.
Evacuation Warning Issued for Parts of Eastside
Evacuation Order Areas Defined
The Tea Fire burn area has already been evacuated, and authorities have issued an evacuation warning for parts of the Eastside as well. Read story.
Residents Below Tea Fire Zone Warned of Flooding
City and County Alert Unburned Area of Potential Damage
Areas outside the zone of the Tea Fire are warned of possible flooding; residents are alerted but not ordered to evacuate Read story.
Call Center Activated for Rain Questions
Answers about evacuation orders due to potential floods and mudslides in Tea Fire burn area. Read story.
Rain-Related Evacuations Begin
Residents of Tea Fire Burn Area Advised to Leave Their Homes
Residents of the Tea Fire burn area are being advised to leave their homes. Read story.
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