Catch Up on the County’s Virtual El Niño Briefing

Santa Barbara County recently hosted a virtual community meeting to discuss anticipated El Niño conditions and preparedness efforts underway for the upcoming winter season. The briefing brought together local agencies and emergency preparedness partners to share information about the weather outlook, potential storm impacts, and steps residents can take now to prepare.

Topics included agency coordination, flood and debris-flow readiness, storm preparedness, and resources available to help residents stay informed before and during storm events. Community members can watch the recorded meeting to learn more about what to expect and how local agencies are preparing for potential storm activity.

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