Attention beach-goers in Los Angeles County: it's time to steer clear of certain ocean waters. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued warnings advising against activities like swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at several popular beach areas due to high bacterial levels.
Visitors are specifically warned to avoid the water at Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro, Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey, the area around Santa Monica Pier, Marie Canyon Storm Drain at Puerco Beach, Topanga Canyon Beach in Malibu, and the vicinity of the Windward storm drain at Venice Beach. According to the health department, these areas have bacterial levels that exceed health standards set by the state.
There's a sliver of good news for those looking to catch some waves or layout near the surf without worry. Health warnings have been lifted for Big Rock Beach in Malibu, where recent tests have shown the water quality levels are now within state standards.
For those seeking up-to-date information on beach conditions, it's as easy as picking up the phone. The county maintains a 24-hour beach closure hotline at 1-800-525-5662. For a comprehensive view of impacted locations and details on water quality, the public can visit PublicHealth.LACounty.gov/Beach/ or click here. Keep these advisories in mind before planning your next beach day in order to stay safe and healthy.
