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KGO ABC7 News 600PM August 26, 2014

Event im on 3 and brown street. And let me give you an idea of where we are in relationship to the epicenter of the quake. It is about five miles south of brown at third street. About halfway between napa and american canyon, kind of explain plaining why we ended up with all of this here in the heart of the downtown area. Now, we have Live Team Coverage, were here covering this story for you. Were going to begin with abc7 News Reporter Laura Anthony here with, me here in downtown napa. Laura, good evening. A lot of the damage here yesterday after the quake is to the 19th century Historic Buildings and landmarks here downtown. Perhaps of most devastating in terms of economics is to the businesses just blocks from here. You can see the brick coming off the corners. Its not a store or restaurant, but this art deco building is his livelihood. Its been red tagged because of the damage during sundays quake. Iet could have been worse. It could be a pile of bricks so far, it might be something we can save. The residents of the downtown victorian have an uncertain future, having to move out in a hurry. Because it, too, has been red tagged and so it is for now in downtown napa, many buildings and businesses took a direct hit. Can it just empty. Stores i have shopped in. Businesses that i have done business with so many years are closed up now. Barbara wiggins owns mustard seed clothing company. We lost our windows, then, right next to the old library here. So that is is a concern, too. Its not sound right now. These strangelooking vehicles are driving around downtown, measuring to see if there are more gas leaks. Pg e brought in car mounted gas tee detection like many we met after the earthquake here many building and Business Owners do not have earthquake insurance. Despite that, theyre vowing to repair and reopen as soon as possible. Thank you very much. Were monitoring a breaking news situation in vallejo tonight. Inspectors say a Church Bell Tower is in danger of collapse because of the quake. Were at carolina street and sonoma boulevard inspectors say it caused major damage to the bell tower. Police shut down part of sonoma boulevard. If the tower falls, debris could hurt someone. Abc7 News Reporter nick smith is going to have a live report coming up here at 6 30 the Napa First United Methodist Church is closed today, with no word on when it will reopen. A meeting will be held to discuss the future of the church. A portion of the facade is leaning and in danger of falling. There is damage to the inside of the church. A lot of masonry debris coming down inside of the church as well. That building dates back to 1874. Its a stunning building. Now in need of serious repairs. On the subject, that is what many people here in wine country are beginning to assess here, they take a look at the shock beginning to wear off. Now, reality of how to deal with this is sinking in. We met someone here today, who suffered pretty good shaking and damage at his house, and was kind enough to share video he took. My wife was screaming and the bed was going back and forth across the floor. Dougs home is not very star from the epicen text r of the quake. Iet stopped and looked like bombs going off across the valley. Pictures, some booze down there. You can see this room, you cant get into it now. Doug shot this video. Weve got are the of broken classes. Its a scene repeated across wine country. Theyre fortunate. They can stay in their home. This is the only damage struck trally. Doug is grateful. It was tough going to bed last night because of the after shocks but you know, it wasnt as bad as it could have been. So were probably pretty lucky. A lot of people feel that way. You can see this all over downtown and parts of napa. I can tell you having talked to people here today, theyre shocked, theyre very determined theyre going to move forward. One of the things we know happens in an emergency is people turning to you in large numbers depending on the information that Media Outlets can provide. And to that end, the napa valley register did yeomans work the journalists there did everything they could to keep the information going. This very important addition almost didnt happen, but did happen because of the effort by paper and staff. They made it happen because of the adage the news never stops well be in business. You can count on it. That is a promise that the napa valley register will continue covering the news this is the towns daily newspaper. Almost a miracle that this paper was able to print, and distribute a full edition on time. This is why, take a look. This is the newsroom, or was the newsroom. The editors were using a conference room, assessed to be safe and worse, its gigantic Printing Press cracked, a seven unit press, each weighing 16,000 pounds moved four inches across the concrete floor. Another newspaper printed the paper for the register they were able to do their jobs and make deadlines you go into that News Coverage mode and put Everything Else aside. Napa valley register covers the news, no one thought it would become part of the news public works crews are on the job tonight trying to repair dozens of water main breaks. Anyone who lost Water Service is advised to use bottled water for drinking or cooking or boil tap water for a full minute. Some may have their water cutoff while the team makes repairs nearby. A 13yearold boy was injured when a chimney collapsed on him. Sergio, you spoke to the boys best friend today . Yes. Nicholass family says the friend was here for a sleep over on the couch. Nick ras on a cushion here on the floor. The shaking caused a Big Fireplace to collapse the brick and mortar that came tumbling down is now piled in the family backyard his friend was there when it happened. I said his name. And then, i said, a few seconds later his parents came over. Dylan suffered injuries to his pelvis. His aunt says he did try to move. That he was crawling away with a shaking. The bricks fell on him. She says the family did secure the fireplace. Tonight dylan is recovering from a ninehour surgery at uc davis medical center. His aunt says hes in good spirits were certain hell be able to get back to his daily routines and to do things he loves to do. His friend tells us they were doing home work and fell asleep, but jolt add wake by shaking sunday morning. Its clear hes still emotional about watching his friend get hurt. Just seeing him being wrapped in the back board theyre taking him in was im told Nicholas Dylan is improving and condition has been upgraded from critical to serious. That is pretty good news the family tells me theyre going to have to tear it out because they dont want it to be a safety hazard should another earthquake happen. Just ahead, what is next for homeowners and businesses . Im Michael Finney at Crosswalk Community church where were taking your questions. Unfinished business at 49ers new stadium. Im sandhya patel. Here is a hint of what is still to come and warmer weather. Details are straight ahead at kaiser permanente, everything you need is under one roof. Another way care and coverage together makes life easier. Okay, a little easier. Become a member of kaiser permanente. Because together, we thrive. And good evening, live in downtown napa at 3 and brown street. People are still assessing an amazing amount of damage here in the downtown area. And to that end glad to have the mayor of napa with me i know its a tough circumstance how are things doing today . Its nice to walk around and talk to people they appreciate being able to tell their story. Every time we talk down street a restaurant was opened that is cleaned up. And theyre really working hard. Quickly what is the biggest need here . Piggest need is system. Were going to be working through the night. You guys here working hard, long hours. Long hours just to be sure and youre helping. Thank you, jill, appreciate it theyre working hard here to help people get back on their feet which is what Michael Finney is doing. Hes put together to help people to prepare for the next event. Youre right about a great group of people. We have the best and brightest including ceo of the california earthquake authority. I have a bunch of questions over and over again. They want to know can an individual condominium owner buy earthquake insurance . You bet. Jump on our web site earthquake authority. Com. There is information there. They can choose what kind of coverages they want for wall paper, and they can buy the lost assessment coverage before hit up by a big assessment. They can get coverage for that. They can insure contents of the things. And people ought to check it out. Another question im hearing a great deal, he says hes been concerned there wont be enough money. Events like this will break you guys. Its so rare going to happen once every 450 years. We have great financial strength, over capabilities. Thank you very much. Back to you, dan. I understand were under time pressure. Back to you. Well take it back here in the studio. Thank you very much. Looking at the weather, dreary this morning and cooler. Yes, it well talk about low clouds coming back in along the coastline here. Were tracking thunderstorms that have been dumping heavy rain. Clouds there, temperatures into the 60s from San Francisco and oakland san jose, 72 degrees here is a view. Were getting drops there. Temperatures upper 60s and mild now in fairfield and concord into the 70s. East bay hills camera, low clouds coming back towards us. Here is a look at the forecast. Low clouds spreading overnight tonight. Temperatures rebounding tomorrow. With warm to hot conditions mid60s to low 680s. High pressure starts to build in. Warming begins tomorrow, that ridge numbers in and temperatures continuing to go up. Category 4 you can see how large this hurricane is and gusts 160 and going to kick up a large southerly swell. Noon too many, 10 to 15 feet in case youre traveling there. Here along our coastline, a marine statement through thursday. Mixed swell, large southerly swell arriving tomorrow with strong currents expected. So be careful. Its not what you might be used to normally. Clear inland, but you will see low clouds along the bay and coast. Its a warmer day. 76 fremont. 80 degrees in santa rosa. 67 half moon bay. Accuweather forecast, heat is on. Temperatures going up wednesday, by thursday, were talking beach weather, a slight dip in temperatures friday, saturday. But dont feel it until sunday. Over the weekend were going to watch hurricane marie carefully. Well get clouds out of it for long Holiday Weekend and may be putting rain drops in there so just stay tuned. Thank you, sandhya still ahead on abc7 news at 6 00 last operating Nuclear Power plant is causing concern. Especially after yesterdays quake. And find out what this u. S. Gs scientist had to say about the bay areas mostr a former inspector at the last operating Nuclear Power plant in california wants it shut down, at least temporarily. He says the nrc is not enforcing his own safety rules saying it should be closed until regulators can determine whether the reactors can withstand shaking from a major earthquake. Pg e maintains it is safe. Police in Mountain View arrested six people a deadly shooting at shore lien amphitheater. Among those arrested was young jeezy. He and give others were arrested during a performance in irvine. Six people arrested were all charged with firearmsrelated offenses but police did not say whether they had anything to do with the shooting. 49ers are whipping up the new field at 11 eyes stadium again. You can see every inch of the sod is gone. The team will install a seal this weekend, possibly with a different kind of grass. Miners just replaced it on thursday. They complained about conditions again last night. The new field is expected to be ready in time for a soccer match on september 6th. And our Live Team Coverage of the napa earthquake continues. Well continue taking a look at damage assessments and efforts to get back on their feet here in wine country. A lot of work still to do, but its underway. Also ahead, impact the earthquake had on napas wine industry. Will it lead to higher prices . And wed like to thank First Responders we hope this image on our Facebook Page you have made my life special by being apart of it. Ecenough. everyone cheers you made it buddy. Glad you made it buddy. Thanks for inviting me. Thanks again my friends. For everything, for all your help. Through all lifes milestones, our trusted advisors are with you every step of the way. Congratulations thanks for helping me plan for my retirement. You should Come Celebrate with us. Id be honored. Plan for your goals with advisors you know and trust. So you can celebrate today and feel confident about tomorrow. Chase. So you can. Good evening once again, hi, dan we want to get to you right away. The clean up continues. Yes the clean up discontinue. And really its remarkable down here at third and brown streets. This giant pile of bricks came crashing down off this building. And look down here this, giant piece of concrete fell off a building. And then, take a look across the street. Old court house, there are two magnificent perry masonstyle courtrooms. Lined with beautiful wood. A lot of damage to that court house. Just a block away, ways at a convenience store. Open for business, and everybody acting normally. A lot of businesses have been doing that today signs life is beginning to return to normal. Many restaurants are open for business tonight. Some are inviting people in for happy hour. And restauranteers have spent all day cleaning up to greet diners and try to get a level of normalcy. Another key industry hit hard is the wine industry, life blood of this part of the bay area. Many wineries lost countless bottles and barrels of wine. And are trying to deal with the terrible loss. Tiffany wilson is live with that part of the story. Good evening. Good evening, it is a major warehouse with 65 different winery barrels. Today theyve been piecing together rubble like this. You can see its become a graveyard, very expensive french oak. Money down the drain. Dozens of banged up barrels, crushed cases and smashed bottles the initial sight rendered them speechless. He came out sh his face was white. Today, crews hook and hoist barrels one by one. It will be in the millions weve lost. A race against time, and temperatures as new harest is underway. We need every inch to process those grapes. Whitneys family stored their vintage with fontanella. She says it could have been worse. I was glad the crew wasnt in here during the earthquake. Wed be looking for them. Michael says the earthquake wasnt a huge set back for the industry. If there is a Silver Lining two vintages are 2012 and 2013, our biggest ever. If were going to lose something its great to lose vintages we have a lot of. As for future prices . Not a lot of us lost wine. The majority did not lose anything. Im not sure if this is going to impact prices to be honest. And all wineries here and fontanellas. Thank you, tiffany. Developing news in another city, vallejo the tower is in danger of collapsing. Nick smith is live with the latest. Nick . You know the tape is in place because crews just arrived to begin repairs on the church. They have to act quickly. They want to have it fixed in time for classes if you think theyre singing the blues think again. Music does heal. The store is miles from the epicenter but her shop felt the 6. 0 quake. And the damage left behind. Its pretty shocking. This is Surveillance Video of cameras capturing the moment the quake hit the power and force shaking the store front. Like a train hit the store. Take a look. This is a camera in the Office Recording events at the same time. This Office Looks Like a snow globe. To see it hit the floor, and the office was shocking. Most damage reserved for commercial buildings where continued inspections have seen a number of red tagged buildings grow. The post office is only a stones throw from city hall. This street was a sea of yellow tape. Chimneys have reduced to piles of brick the city has been shaken but not defeated. A community. Still finding a reason to sing. Despite damages, scientists called the quake fairly routine for its size. He found clues in the cracks in the road. He says that is fairly typical for a magnitude 6 shaker. Earth moved two and a half inches. And this slip releases energy. Schwartz says yesterdays quake caused more stress on nearby faults but not likely to trigger major earthquakes in northern california. Dan ashley is just miles from the epicenter. Dan . Good evening. I met beth, standing over there. Theyre going to take a Christmas Card picture behind me as a way of preserving this unfortunate moment but theyre making the best of it. So far, 70 homes have been red tagged and 200 yellow tagged. Businesses that deal with window and Glass Replacements are just overwhelmed with we tried to help out as much as we could to provide quotes to do repairs. Large dumpsters have been placed around the city and school sites residents can leave debris at homes or businesses, which is a great idea because there is going to be much debris and the city is trying to help residents by giving them a place to dispose of the things that are broken around their home. If you have questions, Michael Finney are helping people answering questions among other issues. If you can help the people affected by the napa earthquake use your cell phone to text red cross to 90999. That will send the red cross a ten donation. Stay w Michael Finney is here to provide information. Michael . Weve been helping people here all day long, theyve been coming down, tweeting and going through facebook and weve been working hard to get them answered. Theyre still here, theyre going to be here until 7 00. And joining me is jane albert. A vict

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