A recent warning from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises steering clear of certain coastal waters, focusing on the Santa Monica Pier and Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro. These areas have unhealthy bacterial levels, suggesting that it's best to avoid swimming in these beaches.
The area around Santa Monica Pier, specifically 100 yards up and down the coast, is off-limits for ocean activities. According to the Department of Public Health, coming into contact with the contaminated water could be detrimental. The Inner Cabrillo Beach's entire swim area is also off-limits, where the bacteria have claimed the waters as their own.
There's also an advisory in effect for those thinking about swimming from Las Flores State Beach to Santa Monica State Beach, thanks to recent fire impacts. The health department's guidance is to keep a distance from any fire debris, and don't dip in the water if there's an advisory posted.
For the most up-to-date details, dial up the advisory hotline at 800-525-5662 or hit the web for the Environmental Health website. For any queries, ring (626) 430-5360 to chat with the authorities.
