Approximate Location
34.543 latitude, -119.766 longitudeSummary
The Rancho fire was declared fully contained on Tuesday, July 3, 2007, after having burned 482 acres since it's start on Saturday, June 30, 2007, at 5:56 p.m. Steep terrain, wind, and hot dry weather were all challenges that fire fighters faced as they battled the blaze. No structures were damaged or lost, and no injuries were reported.
Some recreational facilities along the Santa Ynez River road remain closed to entry while they are assessed on a daily basis for both public and firefighter safety, Every attempt will be made to provide maximum facilities to the public.
OPEN: All recreational facilities along Paradise Road, including Rancho Oso Guest Ranch, Lower Oso Day Use Area, and Upper Oso Campground. The Aliso Traill from Sage Hill Campground to Upper Oso Campground, and Arroyo Burro Road from Camino Cielo, to an exit point through Rancho Oso.
CLOSED:Santa Cruz Trail and Camuesa Road (commonly known as the Buckhorn OHV Route.
Anonymous tip hotline: Citizens can submit anonymous tips regarding the Rancho Fire to, sbsheriff.org, or by phone to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Detective Bureau at 805-681-4150.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildland Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Human Caused. |
| Date of Origin | Saturday June 30th, 2007 aprox 05:56 PM |
| Location | Seven air miles north of Santa Barbara, in Santa Ynez River drainage, near Paradise Rd. |
| Incident Commander | Dana D'andrea |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | Not available |
|---|---|
| Size | 482 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Tuesday July 03rd, 2007 aprox 06:00 PM |
| Fuels Involved | Light grass to heavy brush |
| Significant Events | Not available |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Not available |
|---|---|
| Remarks | Not available |
Weather
| Current Wind Conditions | Not available |
|---|---|
| Current Temperature | Not available |
| Current Humidity | Not available |
