A section of a pier in Santa Cruz, California, collapsed into the Pacific Ocean on Monday after high surf hit the coast, sending three city workers into the water.
The Wharf, a bustling public pier in Santa Cruz, is home to numerous restaurants. Shortly after 1 p.m., the pier was evacuated and closed, restricting access to all but emergency responders.
According to a report by the Salinas Californian, two city workers were rescued by lifeguards. Meanwhile, a third managed to save themselves after the incident…