Emergency Alerts & Phone Apps

• ReadySBC Alerts: Santa Barbara County emergency alerts by text, email, or phone. Free sign-up.
• Genasys Protect: Look up your evacuation zone on the county map. Not an alert system, so also sign up for ReadySBC.
• Watch Duty: Free wildfire alerts and maps, run by a nonprofit. iPhone, Android, and web.
• MyShake: Free earthquake early warning from the State of California. iPhone and Android.

Law Enforcement Resources

• Sheriff Non-Emergency: 805-683-2724. Report non-urgent incidents or request assistance.
• Santa Barbara County Sheriff: Law enforcement agency for Goleta and unincorporated areas.
• California Highway Patrol: Traffic incidents, highway safety, and evacuation route support.

County Resources

• Santa Barbara County Fire: County fire protection, incident updates, and safety info.

Statewide Resources

• CalFire: State wildfire response and prevention agency.
• Fire Hazard Severity Zones: Look up the fire hazard zone for your property. Scroll halfway down the page and enter an address or zip code.
• National Weather Service: Official forecasts, warnings, and weather alerts.
• Flex Alert: Statewide call to reduce electricity use during peak demand.
• Disaster Readiness Resources: Statewide disaster readiness and preparedness resources.

Firewise

• Firewise / FireSafe Council: Community program to reduce wildfire risk.
• 2026 Firewise Certificate
• Defensible Space
• Ready, Set, Go
• Firewise Plant List