Oxnard Storm Update
Oxnard, California – Moderate to heavy rainfall moved into the Oxnard area early this morning and is expected to continue throughout the day. Rainfall rates of up to one half inch per hour are possible. Scattered showers, thunderstorms and periods of gusty winds are also possible through Friday. Localized street flooding is occurring in several […]
New Alert Approaching storm system with heavy rainfall results in voluntary evacuation order For Ventura
The City of Ventura Police Department, in consultation with Ventura County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services and the National Weather Service, has issued a Voluntary Evacuation Order effective Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at Noon to Thursday, March 22, 2018, at 5 PM for individuals in the Thomas Fire burn areas due to a significant storm […]
Ventura: Approaching storm system with heavy rainfall results in voluntary evacuation order for areas of risk for debris flow
The City of Ventura Police Department, in consultation with Ventura County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services and the National Weather Service, has issued a Voluntary Evacuation Order effective Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at Noon to Thursday, March 22, 2018, at 5 PM for individuals in the Thomas Fire burn areas due to a significant storm […]
Hospice of Santa Barbara Provides Community Gathering Space to Those Affected by Tuesday’s Storm
Santa Barbara, Calif., Jan. 12, 2018 —In light of the devastating events that occurred during Tuesday’s mudslide, Hospice of Santa Barbara is providing counseling services to individuals and families who may be struggling during this difficult time. In addition to collaborating closely with schools, first responders, governmental agencies, and the Red Cross, Hospice of Santa […]
Major Storm Impacting Some Ventura County Schools
With a major storm headed to the region, the Ojai Unified School District has decided to close its schools on Friday, February 17. As a result, a teacher in-service day that had been scheduled for March 13 will instead be a regular school day at Ojai USD schools. The storm is expected to drop […]
February 2017 storm preparedness: free sand and sandbags available for city of Ventura residents
A significant winter storm is expected to bring gusty winds, high surf and intense rainfall with the potential to cause localized urban and street flooding throughout Ventura County. The National Weather Service anticipates the storm will start overnight Thursday, February 16 and last through the holiday weekend with peak rainfall to occur late Friday afternoon […]
Advisory: Storm Preparation, Sandbags and Other Important Safety Information
The National Weather Service is predicting measurable amounts of rain and strong winds beginning early Friday morning at daybreak and continuing through Saturday. Residents may see the heaviest rainfall and wind between 10 AM – 10 PM Friday. If you haven’t already completed your winter storm preparation, it’s a good idea to re-check gutters, property […]
Annual Storm Day training focuses on flood protection
Even in drought years, severe floods happen, and preparation helps save property and human lives. The Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) annual Storm Day disaster simulation drill on Oct. 19 will focus on preparation for flooding. The Storm Day drill will take place in advance of VCPWA’s Flood Preparation Week, which is scheduled for […]
