Report from End of Tunnel Road
Resident and firefighters battle flames all night to save homes from Jesusita Fire.
Year: 2009
First Thursday Cancelled
The downtown event was nixed due to the Jesusita Fire.
Update: Fire Has Impact on Sports Competitions
Channel League swim meet moved to Ventura College.
City Creates Fire Info Kiosks
Maps and other critical information available on State Street, Milpas Street, and on Mesa
Jesusita Fire Damage Report
Ethan Stewart gives eyewitness report on damage in Mission Canyon and Rattlesnake Canyon area streets.
Winds Subside for Now
Homes destroyed on Tunnel, Mission Canyon, and Spyglass Ridge.
Santa Barbara County Had DUI-Free Cinco De Mayo
Law enforcement found no drunk drivers at area checkpoints.
Jesusita Fire Forces School Closures
23 schools throughout the city forced to close due to fire’s affects
Mandatory Evacuation Orders Reduced in Two Areas
Residents are being permitted to return to some homes and businesses.
I.V. Beach Booze Ban
Santa Barbara County supervisors made a preemptive strike this week and unanimously approved a temporary ban on open alcohol containers along the sandy shores of I.V.
