The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued a stern advisory for beachgoers looking to hit the sands and surf at multiple locations across the county. High bacterial levels that surpass health standards have led to warnings against ocean water activities, like swimming and surfing, at several popular LA County beaches. The affected areas include Santa Monica Pier, Inner Cabrillo Beach, and Topanga Canyon Beach, to name a few.
Specifically, the advisories detail that people should abstain from entering the water 100 yards up and down the coast from Santa Monica Pier, Topanga Canyon Beach's lagoon, Pico-Kenter storm drain at Santa Monica Beach, Castlerock Storm Drain at Topanga County Beach, Ramirez Creek at Paradise Cove, and near The Bel Air Bay Club at Will Rogers State Beach. These high bacterial levels pose undefined health risks, and officials are urging caution until further notice. For the sunseekers and wave riders out there, it's going to be a bummer of an announcement, especially as we're tiptoeing into the summer months.
However, the waters at Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey have been given the 'all clear.' According to results from recent samples, this popular spot has been deemed within the safe water quality levels set by the State.
For those obsessed with staying updated on beach conditions, there's a 24-hour hotline available at 1-800-525-5662. Alternately, more information on the impacted locations and advisories can be found on the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's official website. It's better to be safe than sorry, so the county suggests checking in before planning your beach day. In case personal assistance is needed, contact can be made at (626) 430-5360 for any lingering questions or concerns.
