Kraig Pakulski / Monday, February 16, 2026 / Categories: Regions, California; Santa Barbara County Special Weather Statement issued February 16 at 9:40AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA At 938 AM PST, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms capable of producing a waterspout along a line extending from 8 miles southwest of Point Mugu to 25 miles west of Two Harbors. Movement was east at 30 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Waterspouts possible. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally hazardous waters. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include… Western Malibu… Point Dume… Point Mugu State Park… and Naval Base Ventura County. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. The post Special Weather Statement issued February 16 at 9:40AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA appeared first on News Channel 3-12. Previous Article Special Weather Statement issued February 16 at 9:33AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA Next Article Italy’s famous ‘Lovers’ Arch’ collapses on Valentine’s Day Print 19 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Alerts Please login or register to post comments.