Several boats appeared to be heavily damaged despite owners' attempts to secure their vessels before and during the event.

Santa Cruzans are reeling this week as a result of the immense damage caused by the gigantic wave event that hit our coast on Monday. Size estimates ranged from 20-30 foot waves, with some reports

Santa Cruz Harbor continue clean up after strong waves damaged hundreds of boats

Three people were rescued from the wharf. The powerful surf also fatally trapped a man under debris on a beach in Santa Cruz, the authorities said.

A part of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed Monday afternoon during a high-surf warning, with authorities confirming two people had to be pulled from the water.