A large section of roadway along North Main Street in Soquel was washed away in March 2023 after a unrelenting parade of atmospheric river storms struck the county. Almost two years later, the county’s Regional Transportation Commission has released a report detailing various aspects of local transportation infrastructure that are vulnerable to climate change impacts. (Shmuel Thaler – Santa Cruz Sentinel file). “The overarching goal of the (report) is to identify which transportation assets are most vulnerable to climate change and the consequences to the community from potential damage,” the study’s authors wrote. “This information can be used to assist decision-makers in determining the potential priority order to place assets in when considering operational, mitigation-focused, or capital improvements to enhance their resilience.” Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To login in, click here. Originally Published: January 2, 2025 at 2:49 PM PST Coronavirus News Updates Most Popular Most Popular Legendary punk rock band descends on NorCal for several concerts Moving company buys San Jose site for $12 million Photo | Santa Cruz celebrants welcome 2025 at the Town Clock Santa Cruz County launches mobile crisis response program Santa Cruz County launches mobile crisis response program New year brings new life to Santa Cruz County Quick Bites | Restaurant closures due to wharf collapse Year in Review: Capitola Wharf is back and better than ever Whelan and dealing: Soquel junior QB among four county athletes who receive special honors | All-PCAL football Whelan and dealing: Soquel junior QB among four county athletes who receive special honors | All-PCAL football Year in Review: Santa Cruz County homeless count masks deeper issues as Watsonville sees surge Year in Review: Santa Cruz County homeless count masks deeper issues as Watsonville sees surge Year in Review: Measure Z soda tax passed by […]
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