Severe Storm Destroys Iconic Santa Cruz Pier, Leaving Debris Adrift

A powerful storm in California causes a partial collapse of the Santa Cruz pier, prompting safety warnings as hazardous conditions persist along the coast.

• Approximately 90 to 150 meters of the Santa Cruz pier in California collapsed due to intense waves and high winds from a severe storm.
• Three workers fell into the water during the collapse; two were rescued by lifeguards, while the third managed to swim to shore with minor injuries.
• Large sections of the wooden pier, including parts of a restaurant, were swept into the ocean, with some debris posing ongoing hazards in the water.
• The National Weather Service warned of dangerous coastal conditions, including high surf, rip currents, and unexpected waves, urging the public to avoid the shoreline.
• The storm is expected to bring heavy rain, coastal flooding, and even snow in mountain regions, impacting areas as far south as typically dry Los Angeles.

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