Major storm hits California, leaving 1 dead

Major storm hits California

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(ABC 6 News) — On the west coast, a storm knocked down the historic Santa Cruz Wharf and claimed one life in California.

Authorities say a large wave trapped a man underneath debris on a beach Monday morning. He later died in the hospital.

Heavy surf prompted authorities to issue an evacuation order for a number of beachfront homes just south of Santa Cruz.

A strengthening storm is now expected to bring hurricane-force winds and waves to the Pacific Northwest.