KCOY Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo - News-La Brea Fire Information

La Brea Fire: 89,489 Acres Burned, 100% Contained

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Fire crews from across the country finally contain the La Brea Fire. More>>

Flare-up In La Brea Fire Area

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Officials are not sure of the size, however it is burning well within containment lines. Smoke from the new burn can be seen from as far away as Santa Maria. More>>

Mopping Up as La Brea Fire Nears Containment

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As containment gets closer hundreds of ground crews begin dangerous but vital mopping up operation. More>>

Fire Area Closure Expanded

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Due to the fire emergency, effective August 19, the Forest Service is expanding the closure area of forest lands surrounding the La Brea Fire More>>

Major Runoff Expected From La Brea Fire

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Wildfire causes double dose of concern for Santa Barbara County Flood Control District. More>>

La Brea Fire Cause Related To A Marijuana Drug Trafficking Operation

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A week-long investigation by U.S. Forest Service Special Agents, Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Narcotics Unit and Fire Investigators has revealed the cause of the La Brea Fire.  Investigators revealed that the La Brea Fire was started by a cooking fire in a marijuana drug trafficking operation. More>>

Some Evacuation Orders Downgraded

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La Brea Fire: Some Evacuation Orders Downgraded. More>>

Battle to Protect Tepesquet Canyon from Wildfire

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Firefighters waging "valiant" effort to stop La Brea Fire from spreading further west. More>>

Drivers Urged to Find Alternate Route

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Officials are urging drivers to try and avoid using Highway 166 unless they absolutely have to. More>>

Shelter and Community Meeting Information

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The Benjamin Foxen Canyon School will be the site of a La Brea Fire community information meeting Friday night. More>>

Air Quality Warnings

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Changing wind and weather conditions will determine whether smoke from the fire will affect ground-level air quality. More>>

SLO County Issues Air Alert

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If you smell smoke, County officials urge you to take precautions and use common sense to reduce harmful health effects by limiting outdoor activities. More>>

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