Press Release

Critical February Storm Information

Critical storm information

Below is the most recent storm information as of 2:30PM on 2/12/2025
 

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
 

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office has issued an EVACUATION ORDER for the identified properties associated with the Lake Fire burn scar. This Evacuation Order is due to strong storm conditions with the potential to produce flash flooding, debris flows, and landslides. Residents should leave no later than 3 PM. 

The remaining areas of the Lake Fire Burn Scar will stay under an Evacuation Warning. 

Click here to access the interactive incident map to find identified properties under the evacuation order. 

Evacuation Order Map of Lake Fire Area

 

Community Members in the Evacuation Order should:

  • Leave Wednesday, February 12 by 3 PM. 
  • Expect strong winds which can cause debris to fall onto roadways and power outages.
  • Be prepared to sustain yourself and your household for multiple days if you choose not to evacuate, as you may not be able to leave the area and emergency responders may not be able to access your property in the event of road damage, flooding, or debris flow.

Community Members in the Evacuation Warning should:

  • People with disabilities, access, and functional needs should leave immediately.
  • People who need more time to evacuate, such as families with children, seniors, and those who require assistance with transportation should leave immediately. 
  • People with large animals should leave immediately.
  • PREPARE to leave: fill gas tank, gather important documents, essential items, etc.
  • LEAVE NOW if you feel unsafe. Do not wait for an evacuation order.
  • BE READY to leave at a moment's notice.
  • BE PREPARED to sustain yourself and your household for multiple days if you choose not to evacuate, as you may not be able to leave the area, and emergency responders may not be able to access your property in the event of road damage, flooding, or debris.
  • DO NOT attempt to drive while it is dark or raining, as roads may be damaged or your car may be swept away by moving water or debris.

Evacuation Resources & Information: 

  • For small and large animal evacuation information, call Santa Barbara County Animal Services at 805-681-4332.
  • For sheltering assistance, call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.
  • For additional information, contact the Santa Barbara County Call Center at 833-688-5551.

Santa Barbara County Sandbag Stations 

Santa Barbara County Warming Center

To sign up for emergency alerts please click on the links below: Santa Barbara County

 

VENTURA COUNTY: 
 

There are currently NO EVACUATION ORDERS OR WARNINGS for the Mountain Fire burn scar area. Residents in Ventura County should stay aware of any updates, here as the situation is developing

Sandbag and emergency warming centers have been activated for residents throughout the district. Please click on the links below to find emergency resources near you. 

Ventura County Sandbag Stations

Ventura County Warming Center

To report flooding or hazardous conditions on Ventura County roadways, call (805) 654-2018 

 The National Weather Service has also issued a flood watch for the following areas due to the incoming storm: 

  • All of San Luis Obispo county
  • Recent burn scars across Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles counties including the Lake Fire and Mountain Fires.

National Weather Service 02122025

 

To sign up for emergency alerts please click on the links below: 

 

Please stay safe,

Monique Limón
Senator, 21st District