GOV. GAVIN NEWSOM HAS ORDERED California agencies to identify stretches of Highway 1 vulnerable to winter flooding and landslides while temporarily easing environmental permitting requirements for projects intended to protect coastal communities from El Niño storms.
On the Mendocino coast, Caltrans closed Highway 1 twice last winter for flooding near the Garcia River, north of Point Arena. The road closed Dec. 21, 2025, and again Feb. 24, 2026, Caltrans spokesperson Manny Machado said in an email Oct. 21.
Continue reading for FREE
This is NOT a paywall. We just want to make sure you’re a human. Sign in to read this story and receive the weekly regional roundup in your inbox.
Success! Your account was created and you’re signed in.
Please visit My Account to manage your account.