This post is updated throughout the day to reflect the latest incidents. It was last updated at 7:31 a.m..
Here’s what’s happening on the roads this morning…

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Road incidents as of 7:30 a.m. on February 18
- Several traffic incidents were reported in Santa Cruz County. Larkin Valley at Metivers is closed while PG&E repairs a power line and pole, with no estimated time for reopening. Paulsen Rd near Dias Ln is flooded. A tree and wires are down at 455 Thurber Ln. These incidents started yesterday, with updates continuing today.
- There is one-way traffic on South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of emergency work. This is expected to end at 3:59 p.m. on April 1.
- A lane is closed on westbound SR-152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway in Watsonville/Pajaro for asphalt paving. The closure is expected to last until July 3 at 5:59 a.m.
- A lane on North Highway 9 at Encinal Street in the Westside/Downtown area is closed for shoulder work. The closure will last until February 28 at 3:01 p.m.
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