High fire season, a period of increased wildfire risk and a critical time for increased caution and fire safety prioritization, has been declared in Santa Barbara County starting Monday, June 2.

With the announcement from the Santa Barbara County Fire Department , all burn permits issued for residential burning and hazard reduction will be suspended.

The department also said they will be increasing resources to respond to vegetation fires as needed throughout the county.

County Fire has created a three-step process (Ready, Set, Go) to help residents understand what to do before, during, and after wildfire threats:

Ready: Prepare your home and property before fire season by creating defensible space, hardening your home, and assembling an emergency kit.

Set: Stay alert, know your e

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