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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.
California Pier Collapse Video Shows Santa Cruz Wharf Partially Washed Away
Santa Cruz Wharf's collapse threw three people into the ocean after the National Weather Service warned of waves up to 60 feet.
A portion of the Santa Cruz pier in California collapses
A portion of Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed into the ocean due to storms. Two people were rescued and transported to a local hospital, and a third made their way to safety on their own.
Santa Cruz pier collapses; Minor Injuries Reported
A part of the Santa Cruz Warf, which was under construction, broke away Sunday. Reports from NBC News indicate two workers received
Stunning images show Santa Cruz wharf collapse into sea as deadly storm turns pier into splinters
Santa Cruz’s wharf partially collapsed Monday as a powerful storm battered a central California beach, sweeping three people out to sea.
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.
Santa Cruz pier collapse: Chunk of California wharf drops into ocean taking three people with it
Three people were thrown into the ocean after a pier collapsed in a major storm in California that left at least one person dead. The US National Weather Service on Christmas Eve warned of dangerous,
Officials reveal reasons why Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed
Today officials explained several reasons why part of the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed into the ocean. Full story:
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 collapsed a section of the popular tourist attraction.
Santa Cruz officials say end of wharf may not be rebuilt
Days after the partial collapse of the Santa Cruz Wharf, the lifeguards behind the rescues of construction workers are speaking about the moments they sprang into action. "Myself and Lieutenant Hofmann could see the wharf collapsing into the ocean,
Santa Cruz wharf collapse: No timeline for reopening, debris cleanup underway
Amid another high surf advisory, Santa Cruz city leaders Friday morning provided an update on the future of the damaged Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.
Watch as heavy surf causes Santa Cruz pier to partially collapse, sending 3 into water
Heavy surf destroyed a portion of Santa Cruz Wharf on Monday afternoon, sending three city works into the water. All three ...
Portion of Santa Cruz Pier collapses as massive waves slam California coast
A portion of the Santa Cruz pier collapsed and floated out to sea as high surf pounded the California coast on Monday ...
Part of Santa Cruz pier collapses as coastal city gets pounded by high surf
Three people fell into the water when more than a hundred feet of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed into the Pacific Ocean on ...
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Storms and Sea Levels: The Growing Threat to California’s Piers
California’s aging piers face growing threats from climate change, with intensifying storms, rising repair costs, and ...
2 rescued from partial collapse of Santa Cruz pier amid heavy waves
Residents were warned to stay away from low-lying areas near the beaches around the Santa Cruz Wharf, about 70 miles south of ...