The backfiring operation was put into action when, yesterday [August 17], the fire became established on the southern flank in both Agua Caliente and Diablo Canyons and an increased threat to our densely populated areas. Tonight officials from the incident command post said today’s back firing strategies went according to plan.
In the early afternoon hours the plume began to build and by 3pm, many Santa Barbara residents began to worry once again. Was this the time when the fire would come over the mountain?
County officials seek a consultation that could lower the required amount of units.
Gallery: Gallery On State Location: 324-d State Street Owner: Mark Hunt Date Opened: August 2, 2007 Focus: Owner Mark Hunt,
“The fire hasn’t given it an inch. But then we haven’t given it an inch either.”
Yesterday the Zaca Fire made a huge move east in Agua Caliente Canyon. From 2-4pm the reports coming back to us were that fire fighters had lost the Monte Arido ridge. By 5pm, however, fire command got the word the ridge had held.
Last Updated: August 18, 2007 7:30 am. Containment: 65% contained – 171,750 acres.
The Santa Barbara County Sheriffs Department and fire authorities have issued an “EVACUATION WARNING” for East Camino Cielo Road from Gibraltar Road east to the Ventura County Line including Gibraltar Reservoir and Jameson Lake. Residents of these areas should consider what they need to take and be prepared to leave upon notice of the Sheriff’s Department, as they may not be able to come back to retrieve personal items due to potentially rapidly changing fire conditions.
Craig Smith presents the good news for former and current News-Press employees in their march toward a collective bargaining agreement with Mrs. McCaw.
A Saturday show at a Del Playa Drive residence features Nekrogoblikon and Immaculate Fatality.
The Wayne’s World star will perform Hawaiian classics.
