Rain slams SB County Orchid show blooms again in Santa Barbara

By ANNIKA BAHNSEN NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

As you enter the Earl Warren Showgrounds, the smells and sights of beautiful orchids take your breath away.

Flooding submerges the exhaust tips and part of the bumper of a parked car at the end

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By ANNIKA BAHNSEN NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

Heavy rain made its return Thursday night and Friday in Santa Barbara County, causing flooding and other trouble for many residents.

Flooding was seen Friday in communities such as Montecito and Santa Barbara. One example was the end of Anacapa Street and Cabrillo Boulevard, where part of a parked car’s bumper was submerged.

According to Santa Barbara County’s Office of Emergency Management, there is a flood watch in place through today as the storm continues to roll through. If you are caught in an

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To register for emergency alerts, see readysbc.org. There, you will receive emergency alerts via text, phone call and email.

To file for assistance, register at www. disasterassistance.gov.

This weekend, the 75th annual International Orchid Show is taking place once again in Santa Barbara at the showgrounds.

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“It truly is something everyone should experience!” exclaimed local resident Margaret O’Callaghan. Since 1945, the orchid show has captivated audiences from around the globe. Santa Barbara has a unique climate that fosters the growth of these special flowers.

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The 75th annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show takes place 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Sunday at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara. Tickets are $20 for day passes and $30 for weekend passes. To purchase, visit sborchidshow.com.