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El Niño Special Report: A Noozhawk partnership with Montecito Bank & Trust, Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Cox, Frank Schipper Construction Co, Servpro, and the American Red Cross
El Niño: Insurers Warn Flood Coverage Isn’t Included in Most Homeowners Policies

El Niño: Insurers Warn Flood Coverage Isn’t Included in Most Homeowners Policies

With more winter rainstorms possibly on the way, homeowners and renters advised to plan ahead for home and business protection

by Gina Potthoff, Noozhawk Staff Writer February 12, 2016 | 6:44 pm

Noozhawk’s Printable El Niño Disaster Preparedness Resources Guide

by William M. Macfadyen, Noozhawk Publisher January 30, 2016 | 2:35 pm

Santa Barbara County Emergency Communicators Get El Niño Weather Briefing

by Giana Magnoli, Noozhawk Executive Editor January 30, 2016 | 2:34 pm
El Niño: Rainy Weather Means Hikers Should Check Forecast Before Heading Outdoors

El Niño: Rainy Weather Means Hikers Should Check Forecast Before Heading Outdoors

by Gina Potthoff, Noozhawk Staff Writer January 29, 2016 | 4:47 pm
El Niño: Humane Society Works to Keep Pets Safe in Case of Emergency

El Niño: Humane Society Works to Keep Pets Safe in Case of Emergency

by Lara Cooper, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @laraanncooper January 26, 2016 | 2:59 pm

‘Godzilla El Niño’ Expert Bill Patzert Says It’s ‘Great Wet Hope for Drought Relief’

by Sally Cappon, Noozhawk Contributing Writer January 25, 2016 | 6:57 pm

Noozhawk’s El Niño Resources List

by William M. Macfadyen, Noozhawk Publisher January 22, 2016 | 11:20 am
El Niño: Red Cross Waits at the Ready to Help During Disasters

El Niño: Red Cross Waits at the Ready to Help During Disasters

by Lara Cooper, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @laraanncooper January 15, 2016 | 6:47 pm
El Niño: Santa Barbara County, National Weather Service Offer Real-Time Emergency Information

El Niño: Santa Barbara County, National Weather Service Offer Real-Time Emergency Information

by Giana Magnoli, Noozhawk Executive Editor January 14, 2016 | 6:54 pm

First Storms of El Niño Season a Timely Reminder to Get Serious About Preparing, Protecting Property

by Janene Scully | Noozhawk North County Editor January 13, 2016 | 9:55 pm
Forecasts Still Pointing to Heavy El Niño Rainfall This Winter in Santa Barbara County

Forecasts Still Pointing to Heavy El Niño Rainfall This Winter in Santa Barbara County

by Lara Cooper, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @laraanncooper January 12, 2016 | 9:30 pm

Montecito Bank & Trust Goes Back to Basics to Prepare Employees for El Niño

by Gina Potthoff, Noozhawk Staff Writer January 12, 2016 | 9:15 pm
Does Driving in the Rain Drive You Crazy? Slow Down for Safety, CHP Says

Does Driving in the Rain Drive You Crazy? Slow Down for Safety, CHP Says

by Lara Cooper, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @laraanncooper January 12, 2016 | 9:00 pm
Winter Storm Waves Cutting It Close at Beach House at Bacara Resort

Winter Storm Waves Cutting It Close at Beach House at Bacara Resort

by Joshua Molina, Noozhawk South County Editor January 9, 2016 | 6:35 pm
Storms Are Welcome But Only a Drop in Drought Bucket

Storms Are Welcome But Only a Drop in Drought Bucket

by Tom Bolton, Noozhawk Editor in Chief January 6, 2016 | 6:46 pm

Local Red Cross Calling for Volunteers to Prepare for El Niño

by Jessica Piffero for the American Red Cross December 24, 2015 | 9:00 am
Southern California Edison Prepares Response Plans for El Niño Storms

Southern California Edison Prepares Response Plans for El Niño Storms

by Gina Potthoff, Noozhawk Staff Writer December 16, 2015 | 7:08 pm
Before Winter Storms Reach Santa Barbara County, Class Teaches Tips on Using Sandbags

Before Winter Storms Reach Santa Barbara County, Class Teaches Tips on Using Sandbags

by Janene Scully | Noozhawk North County Editor December 16, 2015 | 5:59 pm
El Niño Expected To Worsen Conditions For California Sea Lions

El Niño Expected To Worsen Conditions For California Sea Lions

by Joshua Molina, Noozhawk South County Editor December 10, 2015 | 11:57 am
Santa Barbara County Disaster Council Strategizes Plans for El Niño, Winter Flooding

Santa Barbara County Disaster Council Strategizes Plans for El Niño, Winter Flooding

by Lara Cooper, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @laraanncooper October 27, 2015 | 6:12 pm

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