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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Storm 37 begins to finish up

 Santa Barbara County Receives Nearly 12 Inches of Rain in Three-Day Period

In the past three days, Santa Barbara County has seen a significant amount of rainfall, according to data from the National Weather Service (NWS). As of 2:00 p.m. on February 20, several locations within the county have reported impressive rainfall totals that highlight the impact of the recent weather system.

Leading the list is the KTYD Tower, which recorded 11.60 inches of rainfall during this period. Not far behind, San Marcos Pass measured 10.94 inches, while El Deseo received 10.18 inches of rainfall. Other areas that experienced substantial precipitation include the Doulton Tunnel with 9.71 inches, Upper Romero with 9.63 inches, and Tecolote Canyon with 8.83 inches. Cold Springs, despite slightly lower totals, still reported a notable 8.49 inches of rainfall.

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According to rain totals reported Feb. 20 by the Ventura County Public Works, Watershed Protection Agency the highest rainfall total over the past five days was reported in Matilija Canyon, which got 7.85 inches. Casitas Station received 7.77 inches over the past five days. 

Other rainfall totals for the past five days are Oak View with 6.14 inches, the Summer in Upper Ojai tallying 5.98 inches. 

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The numbers above are typical for most counties along the coastal range and inland mountain cities.