20-acre brush fires near Nojoqui Grade on Hwy 101 in Santa Barbara County, CA, prompted multiple emergency responses and traffic impacts.

Brush fires near Nojoqui Grade on Hwy 101 in Santa Barbara County, CA, covered around 20 acres, with the largest spot fire at 15 acres. Reported at 4:30 pm, traffic was affected, and multiple smaller fires were also reported. Firefighters, CHP, and Sheriff's Office responded, using air tankers, helicopters, and bulldozers to control the blaze. No structures were threatened, but nearby properties with livestock were assessed for potential evacuations.

August 21, 2024
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