Santa Cruz County has a long history of storm damage, particularly in Capitola.Storm surges and coastal flooding on Dec. 28 once again afflicted the town’s streets and local businesses. Due to
Santa Cruz County is seeking financial relief after an estimated $4 million worth in damage was done from the large swells, while Monterey County is looking to be reimbursed for mitigation efforts.
In response to temperatures forecast to drop below 40 degrees for multiple nights across the county, government officials are launching three emergency winter cold shelters in coming days.