Los Angeles County beachgoers are being advised to steer clear of certain coastal waters, as bacterial levels have exceeded health standards. In a recent announcement made by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, several popular spots have been tagged with ocean water use warnings due to concerns about public health and safety.
The advisory puts a damper on late summer beach plans for those aiming to beat the heat at Topanga County Beach, Marina Del Rey’s Mothers Beach, the stretch of coast surrounding Santa Monica Pier, and Ramirez Creek at Paradise Cove. Specifically, areas extending 100 yards from the Castlerock Storm Drain and Santa Monica Pier, as well as the entirety of the swim area at Mothers Beach, are cautioned against for activities such as swimming and surfing. According to the bulletin, these locations have shown bacterial levels that surpass what is deemed acceptable for health standards.
There's a silver lining, though, for locals and visitors to the Inner Cabrillo Beach area in San Pedro. Warnings that had previously been in place there have now been lifted, signaling that recent water samples meet the state's quality criteria. This follows continuous testing and monitoring, aiming to ensure that beaches are kept safe for public enjoyment.
For those concerned or seeking more details, a dedicated beach closure hotline offers recorded information available round-the-clock at 1-800-525-5662. The County also provides a comprehensive view of the impacted and cleared areas on its Public Health website, complete with a map for easy reference. Questions are to be directed to the department at the contact number (626) 430-5360.
