Newsom orders storm plan for Highway 1

The order

Newsom has ordered a storm plan for Highway 1. The action includes the Mendocino coast, placing that part of the highway within the scope of the state’s storm planning.

Why Highway 1 matters

Highway 1 is a key coastal road in Mendocino County and connects communities along the coast. Storm planning for the route concerns how the highway will be addressed when severe weather affects travel or the road itself.

What the plan covers

The order identifies Highway 1 and the Mendocino coast as part of the planning effort. The order’s specific projects, responsible agencies, schedule and funding have not been stated. Those details will determine how the plan affects road work, travel and emergency response along the coast.

What to watch

The next steps are the release of the storm plan and any state direction on how it will be carried out. Residents and travelers can also watch for information about Highway 1 conditions and work along the Mendocino coast.