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Marin County occupies the hills and coast just north of San Francisco, with San Rafael serving as its county seat. Point Reyes, Mount Tamalpais and San Francisco Bay wetlands support conservation and recreation, while Novato and other communities form part of the wider Bay Area economy. Ferries and the Golden Gate Bridge connect residents to neighboring job centers. Housing costs, sea level rise, wildfire risk and protection of agricultural land are significant local issues.

Housing Affordability

October 30, 2026, 2:20 AM · 6 mins read

San Rafael faces billion dollar flood risk as El Niño threatens Canal District

San Rafael is preparing for severe flooding and possible evacuations as a powerful El Niño threatens low-lying neighborhoods and critical infrastructure in Marin County's most densely populated city.