Northern California Seeks Recovery After Being Battered by Storms

Local residents remain optimistic

Branches that have been broken by the powerful storm in San Jose, Calif., on Jan. 10, 2023. Courtesy of Chandan Mozumder

Across California, residents are cleaning up fallen trees and mudslides, evacuating their homes, and rescuing trapped people after the recent series of storms. The death toll from the storms has increased to 16.

Governor Gavin Newsom visited Santa Cruz County on the afternoon of Jan. 10 to survey storm damage. The governor got an update from local and state emergency officials on ongoing response and recovery efforts.