Retired Santa Cruz Wharf supervisor says wharf was breaking apart, collapse could've been prevented
A retired Santa Cruz Wharf supervisor said old steel fasteners had been loosening and the structure had been slowly breaking apart for years.
City releases interview with lifeguards on Santa Cruz Wharf collapse rescue
While already on alert because of the high surf that hit the Monterey Bay coast Monday, Santa Cruz Lifeguards Lt. Isiah Mullen and Lt. Sam Hofmann, stationed on a Jet Ski in the water near Cowell
Santa Cruz lifeguards open up after saving lives in wharf collapse : 'Waves came in and got higher'
Days after the partial collapse of the Santa Cruz Wharf, the lifeguards behind the rescues are speaking about the moments they sprang into action.
Retired supervisor of Santa Cruz Wharf believes its collapse was preventable
Here's why a retired supervisor of the Santa Cruz Wharf believes its collapse could have been prevented years ago.
Cleanup continues after Santa Cruz Wharf collapse, photographs captured minutes before
Cleanup efforts continue at the Santa Cruz Wharf after the collapse during high tide last week.[RELATED]Storm lashes California coast, causes fatal beach incid
Santa Cruz mayor does not commit to rebuilding part of wharf that collapsed into ocean
Mayor, while stressing the value of the wharf in the community, says rebuilding without serious discussions would be “irresponsible.”
Officials reveal reasons why Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed
Sea lions and a historic ocean swell were on a list of reasons released by officials Friday explaining why part of the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed. The wooden wharf is more than 100 years old and extends a half mile over the ocean.
Portion of Santa Cruz Wharf collapses amid high surf with 2 people rescued
A part of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed Monday afternoon during a high-surf warning, with authorities confirming two people had to be pulled from the water.
Photo | Debris from collapsed Santa Cruz Wharf washed ashore at multiple beaches
Visitors to Seabright State Beach this week walk past debris that came ashore following the collapse of a section of the Santa Cruz Wharf on Monday. Pilings, beams and a myriad of material from
Seagulls were a factor in collapse of California's iconic Santa Cruz wharf
After part of the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed into the ocean amid powerful waves on Monday, feathered culprits have been found to factor into the pier’s damage: seagulls. Specifically, environmental requirements meant to protect the birds during their nesting season delayed necessary repairs to the 110-year-old structure,
Santa Cruz officials warn of donation scams following wharf collapse
City officials in Santa Cruz say swindlers claiming to represent businesses on the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf are soliciting donations following the structure's partial collapse.
Santa Cruz officials uncertain about future of storm-damaged wharf
Santa Cruz city officials are keeping climate change in mind as they plan repairs to the Santa Cruz Wharf after pounding surf ...
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Santa Cruz Wharf remains closed as officials await structural assessment
Although hopeful to reopen the damaged Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf in the coming weeks, Santa Cruz City officials do not yet ...
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Santa Cruz Wharf business reeling with impacts during holiday season
The Santa Cruz Wharf, once a destination for tourists for the holiday season, remains closed. Main and Cowell Beaches are open, but some visitors are missing out on their favorite shops. "Every year, ...
Protections for nesting gulls (among other uniquely Californian headaches) delayed repairs to Santa Cruz wharf
When the last 150 feet of Santa Cruz’s iconic wharf plummeted into the ocean Monday, city leaders were still grappling with ...
Destructive waves keep thrashing Santa Cruz: 'Mother Nature holds the cards'
Strong storms have repeatedly pounded Santa Cruz in recent years, most notably collapsing a chunk of its wharf this week. Is ...