Microburst caught on camera scaring beachgoers

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Monday, September 4, 2017
Microburst caught on camera scaring beachgoers in Santa Barbara
A quick hitting storm called a microburst rolled through Santa Barbara Sunday afternoon.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. -- A quick hitting storm called a microburst rolled through Santa Barbara Sunday afternoon.

The storm hit around 3 p.m. and flooded roads, sent umbrellas flying and overturned boats.

More than 50 people were tossed into the water.

There were no reports of any injuries.

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