Three months after the Mountain Fire, some property owners get OK to seek permits to rebuild after crews clear fire debris.

The Ventura County Sherriff's Office of Emergency Services ... saw the flames rising, the fire trucks swarm from all directions, the air support descend, and the swift coordination.

Ventura County Supervisor Kelly Long said they had enough water to douse Mountain fire, but not enough infrastructure.

"The fire has been mapped at 55.7 acres with 0 percent containment," a Ventura County Fire Department spokesperson said.

After the wind-driven Mountain fire swept through Ventura County on November 6, 2024, destroying 243 structures including homes, local residents and officials are glad to offer advice and ...