Heavy rains ahead of New Year’s Eve prompted evacuation orders and warnings in Felton, Watsonville, widespread power outages and landslides in the Santa Cruz Mountains. More rain is set to hit the region next week after a brief reprieve.
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Rain will continue through the next few days, with a flood warning intact through 10 p.m. Saturday. New Year’s Day will see a break in the rain, but expect the wet weather to continue throughout next week.

