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Temporary Repairs Underway For Storm-Damaged West Cliff Drive In Santa Cruz

"The cliff here gets battered quite often. But I've never really seen it this big," said Chris Hosmer, a 40-year resident of the area.

Crews perform temporary repairs on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz on January 23, 2023.
Crews perform temporary repairs on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz on January 23, 2023. (CBS)

January 24, 2023

Crews are making emergency repairs to portions of West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz that were battered by this winter's storms.

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The goal is to prevent any more damage or further erosion until permanent repairs can be made.

"The cliff here gets battered quite often. But I've never really seen it this big," said Chris Hosmer, who has lived in the area for 40 years.

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Hosmer said the repairs are likely to be costly and the beachfront area will forever be vulnerable to Mother Nature.

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