Health officials are warning that splashing around in some of the area's most popular coastal spots could be hazardous to your health. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has slapped a stern warning on two seaside locations due to high bacterial levels that can make you sick.
Visitors to Santa Monica Pier and Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey are being urged to steer clear of the water. The advisory, effective immediately, applies to a 100-yard stretch around the Santa Monica Pier and the entire swim area at Mothers Beach. It's the kind of news that can put a damper on a beach day, especially for those looking to catch a wave or soak in the salty Pacific.
This isn’t just a light suggestion; the areas have been flagged following tests that revealed bacterial levels exceeding health standards. In a statement obtained by the County of Los Angeles Public Health, the officials didn’t mince words: “These warnings have been issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested.” While some test results are not yet in the public's hands following recent rainfall. The message is crystal clear, keep out of the water at these spots.
For surfers, swimmers, and casual beach-goers looking for more info on where exactly they should avoid getting their feet wet. There's a 24-hour County beach closure hotline at 1-800-525-5662. Details and updates, including a map of the impacted locations, can be found on the county's public health website.
