Santa Barbara County, CA — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 01:30 PM ET, Santa Barbara County, California is at WATCH (33/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Clark fire 23.2 mi away.
Updated Aug 29, 01:30 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
33 /100
WATCH
Conditions worth monitoring.
- ▸ Clark fire 23.2 mi away
- ▸ 1 active NWS alert
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 1 active — Heat Advisory |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Clark 23.2 mi · HANGER 69.8 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | AQI 43 (Good) |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M4.8 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | California at 67.8% of 7-day peak · 0% of California customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in California |
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