Warning to Consumers About Mussels

An annual quarantine of all sport-harvested mussel species along the California coast is now in effect according to the California Department of Public Health. The quarantine is in place to protect the public against poisoning as the toxins found in mussels can lead to severe illness and death.

High Fire Season Preparedness and Response Levels

On April 29 at 8 am, the Santa Barbara County Fire Department (SBCFD) in conjunction with all other local fire jurisdictions, will declare the beginning of the 2013 High Fire Season period for all areas of Santa Barbara County.

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