For Immediate Release
October 13, 2026
Latisha Townsend – Communications Director, Supervisor Foley
(714) 559-8364 | Latisha.Townsend@ocgov.com
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Crystal Cove Bluff Erosion and Temporary OCTA Rail Closure
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – On Tuesday, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following the significant bluff erosion near Crystal Cove State Park that prompted Caltrans to close one southbound lane between Irvine Cove and Reef Point Drive.
Coastal conditions forced a temporary rail closure after waves compromised protective rock barriers this morning that only reopened after Metrolink crews installed 10 tons of ballast to stabilize the track. Service resumed with speed restrictions and inspections after each train movement and significant service delays are expected and work continues.
“Orange County is already experiencing serious coastal erosion as we prepare for the escalating impacts of a historic El Niño winter, and the storm season has yet to begin,” said Vice Chair Katrina Foley. “From waves overtopping our railroad tracks in San Clemente and disrupting rail service, to bluff erosion forcing the closure of a lane on Pacific Coast Highway in Laguna Beach, our coastal transportation infrastructure and beach economy are increasingly under threat. We must work urgently with our state and local partners to stabilize and protect our coastal transportation infrastructure, restore critical services, and invest in long term nature-based solutions that strengthen our coastline against the growing impacts of a changing climate.”
To inquire about Supervisor Foley’s media availability, please contact Latisha Townsend at (714) 559-8364.
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Vice Chair Katrina Foley was elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2022 to represent the newly established District 5, which includes the cities of Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, Dana Point, a large portion of Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Newport Beach, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, as well as the unincorporated areas of Coto de Caza, Emerald Bay, Ladera Ranch, Las Flores, Rancho Mission Viejo, Stonecliffe and Wagon Wheel. This is her second term on the Board of Supervisors, where she previously served District 2.
Vice Chair Foley’s 2026 Board appointments include:
Chair – Orange County Housing Finance Trust
Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA)
Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA)
Orange County Audit Oversight Committee
OC Public Libraries Advisory Board
Newport Bay and South Orange County Watershed Executive Committees
Transportation Corridor Agency - Foothill/Eastern
Transportation Corridor Agency - San Joaquin Hills
Coastal Greenbelt Authority
Urban Counties Caucus
