The residents of Long Beach are being warned to steer clear of the city's recreational beaches and bays following a surge of rain in the last 24 hours. Dr. Anissa Davis, Long Beach City Health Officer, announced a rain advisory noting that the increased runoff from storm drain outlets and rivers could lead to unhealthy conditions at these water sites.
Swimmers in Long Beach should think twice before diving in as the city's advisory recommends avoiding aquatic recreational areas for three days after a rainstorm. And hold your horses if the sky opens up again — this advisory could get extended should the rain persist. The advisory is a precaution to protect the health of beachgoers from potentially contaminated water, according to a statement obtained by the City of Long Beach.
More information on the water quality, or if you need an answer to your burning questions, can be found by ringing up the Health Department’s Water Quality Information Line at 562.570.4199 or visiting the city's website. Jennifer Rice Epstein, Public Affairs Officer for the Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services, is on call for any media inquiries and can be reached at 562.441.3590 or through her email, [email protected], if you’re looking to scoop up more details.
