Weathering the Storm

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On January 9, 2018, a massive debris flow tore through Montecito, becoming one of California’s deadliest natural disasters. But as families and first responders face unthinkable loss, stories of hope rise to unite this coastal community.

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Weathering the Storm is an unscripted series documenting the severe weather events that threaten the country, and how communities come together in the face of devastation. Through archival footage and sit-down interviews with locals on the ground, as well as Hearst meteorologists who covered each event, we’ll revisit some of the country’s most dangerous weather disasters through the lens of those who lived it.

Premiering Jan. 7, 2026 | Montecito Mudslides

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“Weathering the Storm” is available for free on the Very Local app.

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