BREAKING: At least 13 dead as Californian homes swamped in killer mudslides and flooding

Only around 10 to 15 per cent of residents followed mandatory orders to evacuate after the torrential downpours overnight, a Santa Barbara Fire Department spokeswoman confirmed.

Authorities have said at least 13 people are dead and 25 reported injured as emergency services search for more survivors with dogs and helicopters.

More to follow…

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