Local news before breakfast Your Local News

Santa Paula, CA · Daily edition

Santa Paula news for Wednesday, October 21, 2026

2 stories from Santa Paula and Ventura County, in about three minutes.

Public Safety · Ventura County

Ventura County Prepares for Winter Storms; Farm Workshop Nov. 18

On Tuesday, October 6, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors reviewed inter-agency preparations for a potentially strong El Niño winter storm season. Agencies including the Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services and Public Works are inspecting flood-control infrastructure and clearing drainage systems to reduce risks from flooding and debris flows. The Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures is partnering with the Ventura County Farm Bureau to host a Disaster Preparedness Workshop for Farms on November 18. Officials urge residents to prepare emergency kits, clear drainage areas, and monitor conditions as winter approaches.

Source: Vida Newspaper Read the full story ↗

Public Safety · Los Angeles County

Beach Hazards Statement for SoCal Beaches Through 3 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23

The NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard issued a beach hazards statement Monday at 12:31 p.m., in effect through Friday at 3 a.m., covering Ventura County Beaches, the Malibu Coast, and Los Angeles-area beaches including Long Beach. Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves from elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet are expected, with minor beach erosion and tidal overflows possible along south-facing beaches. The NWS warns of an increased risk of ocean drowning and advises residents to stay out of the water or near occupied lifeguard towers, and to avoid rock jetties.

Source: Sacramento Bee Read the full story ↗