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EPISODE · Jul 21, 2025 · 10 MIN

Ep. 4: Sea Level Rise — Protecting the coast and surf in Santa Cruz

from Crosscurrents · host KALW

Santa Cruz is famous for its surf breaks. But for the last three years, winter storms and massive waves have eroded the road and cliffs. The reverence for waves runs so deep that it’s helping shape local climate policy.

Santa Cruz is famous for its surf breaks. But for the last three years, winter storms and massive waves have eroded the road and cliffs. The reverence for waves runs so deep that it’s helping shape local climate policy.

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Ep. 4: Sea Level Rise — Protecting the coast and surf in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz is famous for its surf breaks. But for the last three years, winter storms and massive waves have eroded the road and cliffs. The reverence for waves runs so deep that it’s helping shape local climate policy.

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