Santa Cruz County declares local emergency

The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously proclaimed a local emergency due to extreme weather conditions in March that caused flooding, downed trees and power lines and caused damage to nearly two dozen county roads.

The County estimates the damage in excess of $11 million dollars.

The vote is the first step toward a possible state disaster declaration, which can trigger emergency funding to help cover the costs of repairs.

KION’s Brandon Castillo will have more details on this story tonight at 5 and 6 pm on KION NewsChannel 5.