Flash Flood in Santa Barbara County, California

Flash Flood February 19, 2024 · Santa Barbara County, California

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Heavy rainfall resulted in the flooding of the Carpinteria off ramp along Highway 101.

The wider storm

A third, powerful, winter storm brought significant impacts to Southwestern California. Rainfall totals ranged between 2 and 12 inches with the highest totals across southern Santa Barbara county and western Ventura county. With the heavy rainfall, numerous reports of flooding and mud/debris flows were reported. Also, some gusty winds were reported.

Began near Carpinteria (34.4052, -119.5338).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1187854. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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