Two Honored for Lifesaving Efforts in City of Pittsburg

On Tuesday, the City of Pittsburg honored two people for lifesaving efforts during the January 6 storms that caused major flooding. Cesar Medrano and Brandon Carson were recognized for their positive contributions to the City of Pittsburg.

According to the city, Cesar Medrano was honored for his lifesaving efforts on January 6, 2023, when a parkgoer near the shore at Central Harbor Park found themselves caught in the rising water and unable to exit on their own. Cesar was working nearby and heard the cries for help and sprang into action calling the Contra Costa Fire Protection District and providing locational and situational information necessary for their successful arrival. He acted with selflessness, heroism, and professionalism and saved the parkgoer’s life.

The city also recognized Brandon Carson for his lifesaving efforts on January 6, 2023, when he sprang into action and entered the water at Central Harbor Park to assist a struggling parkgoer who was caught in the rising water and unable to exit on their own. Brandon collaborated with his Marina colleague, Cesar Medrano, to provide support in the water to the parkgoer until the arrival of Contra Costa Fire Protection District crews. Brandon acted with selflessness, heroism, and professionalism and saved the parkgoer’s life.

To watch the presentation, visit the City of Pittsburg website: https://www.pittsburgca.gov/services/city-clerk/watch-meetings-copy

Editors Note: Storm Damages Across Contra Costa County

In early February, Contra Costa County confirmed that the series of storms that hit California has caused an estimated $43.9 million in damages. They have also broken down by jurisdiction where the damages have occurred

In mid-January, when Contra Costa County declared its local emergency, damages were estimated at roughly $27 million , but as assessments were made and after further investigation occurred, the damages increased to $43.9 million and could still increase higher — the City of Pittsburg estimates they sustained $9.5 million in damages.

No update has been provided on damages.