Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is waving the red flag at numerous local beaches, warning beachgoers about high bacterial levels in the ocean water. The advisory targets several popular spots along the coast known for attracting surfers, swimmers, and sun-soakers alike. Particularly, areas adjacent to storm drains, piers, and creek outflows are under scrutiny. These sites include Malibu Lagoon at Surfrider Beach and the waters around Santa Monica Pier, to name a few, as reported by the County of Los Angeles.
The advisory stems from recent tests that revealed bacterial levels exceeding health standards. This situation often occurs following heavy rains that flush contaminants from urban runoff into the ocean. The waters off Malibu Lagoon at Surfrider Beach, 100 yards surrounding the public restrooms, and the beach area adjacent to the Marie Canyon Storm Drain at Puerco Beach are among those noted for their elevated bacterial content, as detailed by the County of Los Angeles.
Other no-go zones specified by the department span from Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro to Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey, extending the warning to beach areas that families and recreational enthusiasts frequently visit. The comprehensive list, available on the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's website, details the impacted locations.
