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Heavy rains on Jan. 3, 2026, triggered floods and road closures in Santa Barbara County, prompting evacuations and a search effort.
Heavy rainfall on January 3, 2026, caused widespread flooding and debris flows across Santa Barbara County, leading to indefinite closures of Highway 101 from Goleta to Highway 1, Highway 192 near Santa Barbara, and Highway 154 and Highway 1 in the Orcutt area.
Flash flood warnings remained in effect for multiple communities, including Goleta, Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, and Lompoc, with authorities urging residents in flood-prone and burn areas to seek higher ground.
No reopening timelines were provided, and drivers were directed to use alternate routes.
A search and rescue operation recovered a body, and three people were injured in a separate crash.
CalTrans and local officials urged the public to monitor road conditions and stay informed.
Las fuertes lluvias del 3 de enero de 2026 desencadenaron inundaciones y cierres de carreteras en el condado de Santa Bárbara, lo que provocó evacuaciones y un esfuerzo de búsqueda.