Demolition of Capitola Wharf structures begins

Demolition of Capitola Wharf structures begins

"Collectively, we're all heartbroken to see that this is what has to happen," Capitola Mayor Kristen Brown told the Sentinel. "But unfortunately the buildings just weren't safe anymore. They were a risk to public safety. There was a risk for hazardous materials falling into the ocean and of course we're in a marine sanctuary, so we needed to act quickly."