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UPDATE FOR 1/10/2023 at 10:40AM

1. The storm has abated significantly.  We anticipate another .25 inches of rain today with sustained winds of 15-20MPH and large swells.  
2. Evacuation Shelter - Community Center remains open today (1/10/2023)
   1. Thank you to everyone who staffed that shelter and those who staffed the Del Mar School shelter!
   2. Thank you to the volunteers who staffed the Monday Night Dinner at Vets Hall yesterday despite the rain!
3. Roads - 
   1. HWY 1 is mainly open through town, and folks can get in and out of Morro Bay in both directions
   2. HWY 41 is closed
   3. Portions of Main Street remain closed
   4. South Bay Blvd. to Los Osos is closed 
   5. State Park Road is closed
4. Power is on in most homes in Morro Bay.
5. The State declared a state of emergency for California, and the Federal Government (FEMA) extended a federal emergency declaration to SLO County for this storm event.  The City also declared a local emergency for Morro Bay.  
6. We are assessing the damage to City property and equipment, and will submit a report for reimbursement to the State later this week/early next week.   
7. City Staff are developing a plan to evaluate damage/flooding to homes and businesses in Morro Bay.  

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Due to the current significant storm event and resulting flooding, the City has declared a local emergency. Most of the major roads in and out of Morro Bay are flooded and closed.  Community members are urged to shelter in place.  For those unable to shelter in place on the north side of town, they are encouraged to go to the shelter set up at Del Mar Elementary school.  For those who are unable to shelter in place on the south side of town, they are encouraged to go to the shelter set up at the Morro Bay Community Center.   

Pacific Gas & Electric had to cut power to Morro Bay and portions of Los Osos due to flooding of their local infrastructure.  It is unknown when power will be restored. 

The City will update this post as more information is available.