The sands of Inner Cabrillo Beach have become off-limits to the public, as Los Angeles County health officials flagged a sewage discharge that has led to the closure of the popular San Pedro spot. According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, beach lovers are urged to keep clear of these waters to avoid health risks associated with bacterial contamination.
Meanwhile, at Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey, folks looking forward to splashing around for Valentine's Day will have to put their plans on ice. The entire area is now under an ocean water use warning. A warning was given after recent testing showed the bacterial levels were creeping over the threshold deemed safe for recreational water use, according to the public health notice.
The Department has made it known that some water quality results from their post-rain advisory testing are still pending. This leaves room for potential additional closures or warnings in the wake of new data, adding a dose of uncertainty for beachgoers and local businesses counting on coastal tourism.
Residents who can't resist the pull of the Pacific’s waves, still planning a beach day despite the hoopla, should check the latest beach conditions which are available 24/7. Health officials encourage them to dial up the county's beach closure hotline at 1-800-525-5662 for real-time updates before heading out. For a broader overview, the department's website provides a map and more details on the impacted locations.
