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Public and Environmental Safety

Police

The Santa Cruz Police Department is dedicated and proud to serve the residents of and visitors to our city.

Fire Department

The Santa Cruz Fire Department provides essential emergency services, including fire suppression, medical response, and wildfire risk reduction.

Surf Cam, Tides & Weather

View live surf cams, tide updates, marine forecasts, and weather conditions for Santa Cruz and nearby coastal areas.

Emergency Management

The City’s job is to ensure Santa Cruz as a whole is prepared for a disaster.

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